Evaluating the best outcomes for mothers and their babies in clinical trials.

Desirability Of Outcome Ranking (DOOR) Analyses for the NICHD MFMU and MOMS Studies

['FUNDING_R03'] · GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · NIH-11136030

This study is looking at how different treatments during pregnancy can affect both moms and their babies, so we can better understand what works best for everyone and improve conversations between doctors and patients.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R03']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorGEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11136030 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on improving decision-making in maternal and fetal medicine by analyzing outcomes from clinical trials conducted by the NICHD Maternal Fetal Medicine Units Network. It aims to understand how different interventions affect both mothers and their babies, recognizing that benefits for one may not always align with benefits for the other. By utilizing the Desirability Of Outcome Ranking (DOOR) approach, the research seeks to clarify these complexities and enhance communication between healthcare providers and patients. The findings could help tailor treatment strategies that better meet the needs of both mothers and their infants.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals and their infants who are involved in clinical trials related to maternal and fetal health.

Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or whose conditions do not involve maternal-fetal health issues may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved clinical decision-making and better health outcomes for mothers and their babies.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies in maternal and fetal medicine have shown success in improving clinical practices, suggesting that this approach could also yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.