Vitamin D to prevent high blood pressure in pregnancy
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether taking vitamin D supplements during pregnancy can help prevent high blood pressure and other pregnancy complications. It is for pregnant women receiving care at St. Mary's Hospital Lacor in Uganda.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are pregnant and getting prenatal care at St. Mary's Hospital Lacor.
- You are between 13 weeks and 27 weeks pregnant (second trimester).
- You are not already taking vitamin D prescribed by a doctor.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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