Early detection and treatment of postpartum preeclampsia in Nepal
Part of Heart & circulation, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to find and treat women at high risk for preeclampsia after childbirth. It uses a blood test and a medicine called nifedipine to prevent serious complications.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are 36 weeks or more pregnant and the baby does not have major problems
- You plan to give birth at Dhulikhel Hospital in Nepal
- You have high risk factors like a past history of preeclampsia, diabetes, twins, kidney disease, or an autoimmune disease
- Or you have 2 or more moderate risk factors such as first-time pregnancy, BMI over 30, a family history of preeclampsia, or being over 35 years old
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