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Hypertension in Pregnancy Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

Access cutting-edge hypertension in pregnancy treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Chicago. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Northwestern University

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  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Chicago site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Hypertension in Pregnancy Study in Chicago

The diagnosis of hypertensive disease during pregnancy is predicated on strict blood pressure thresholds: 140/90 on at least two occasions measured four hours apart for both gestational hypertension and preeclampsia. An improvement in diagnostic accuracy of even 5mm Hg would be significant, as reflected by the US Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), the British Hypertension Society, the European Society of Hypertension (ESH) Working Group on Blood Pressure (BP) Monitoring, and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)consensus for validation of non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP) devices during pregnancy. Given the known inaccuracies of upper arm cylindrical cuff measurements in morbidly obese patients, a conical cuff which provides more accurate measurements will translate into direct patient benefit via more informed diagnosis and management. Fewer women may be exposed to unnecessary treatment, preterm delivery, and/or cesarean section. Recognizing the increasing prevalence of morbid obesity and hypertensive disease amongst pregnant women in the United States, the identification of a more accurate non-invasive cuff is desperately needed. Increasing the accuracy of NIBP measurements on Labor and Delivery has the potential to directly impact the management of tens of thousands of morbidly obese pregnant women diagnosed with hypertensive disease in the United States every year. Establishing the level of agreement between conical forearm and cylindrical upper arm cuffs will shed light on the presence and magnitude of any disparity between measurement methods. STUDY ENDPOINTS: Primary Outcome Measures: * Agreement between conical and cylindrical cuff systolic blood pressure across groups * Agreement between conical and cylindrical cuff diastolic blood pressure across groups Secondary Outcome Measures: • Agreement between conical and cylindrical cuff mean arterial pressure

Sponsor: Northwestern University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Women who are 18 years of age or older with a
Body mass index (BMI) of 20 kg/m2 or greater
Present to Labor and Delivery with or without a diagnosis of gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, or chronic hypertension with super-imposed preeclampsia, in spontaneous labor or for induction of labor

Exclusion Criteria

Significant peripheral arterial disease resulting in at least a 10 mm Hg blood pressure difference between both arms
History of repaired or unrepaired congenital heart disease
History of significant arrythmia
History of pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator placement
History of sickle cell disease
History of Raynaud's phenomenon on any extremity
History of lymph node dissection of either upper extremity
Patients who are less than 18 years of age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06466161) has an active research site in Chicago, IL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

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Hypertension in Pregnancy Treatment Options in Chicago, IL

If you're searching for hypertension in pregnancy treatment options in Chicago, IL, this clinical trial (NCT06466161) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Chicago research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced hypertension in pregnancy specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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