Investigating the best delivery timing for babies with gastroschisis
Gastroschisis Outcomes of Delivery (GOOD) Study
This study is looking at the best time to deliver babies with gastroschisis, a condition where their intestines are outside their bodies at birth, to help improve their health and safety.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10808097 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on gastroschisis, a condition where a baby's intestines are outside the body at birth. It aims to determine the optimal timing for delivery to improve outcomes for these infants, as there is currently no consensus on whether early or late delivery is better. The study will analyze various factors, including the risks of stillbirth and intestinal damage, to guide clinical decisions. By examining the experiences of affected pregnancies, the research seeks to provide clearer guidelines for healthcare providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals diagnosed with gastroschisis after 14 weeks of gestation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those whose pregnancies do not involve gastroschisis will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved delivery practices that enhance the health outcomes of infants born with gastroschisis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown mixed results regarding delivery timing for gastroschisis, indicating that this research is addressing an important and somewhat untested area.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagner, Amy J — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Wagner, Amy J
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.