Heart Function Monitoring in Fetuses With Low Blood Cells
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study measures how well the fetus's heart is pumping in pregnancies where the baby may have low red blood cells due to blood-type mismatch or parvovirus infection. Researchers use ultrasound to check heart function and see if this measurement helps predict which babies need treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with one baby (not twins or multiples)
- Your baby has signs of low red blood cells on ultrasound, caused by blood-type mismatch between you and your baby or parvovirus infection
- You are able to have clear ultrasound images taken of your baby's heart
- You do not have serious heart, lung, or blood-clotting problems
- You do not have an active infection at the site where a needle might be inserted
- Your baby does not have known birth defects or genetic problems
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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