The effects of vaping on blood flow and fetal growth during pregnancy.
ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE VAPING & VASCULAR SEQUELAE IN THE UTERUS DURING PREGNANCY.
['FUNDING_R01'] · WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10754228
This study looks at how vaping with e-cigarettes might affect blood flow in the uterus and the growth of babies during pregnancy, using pregnant rats to see how different vaping substances, especially nicotine, could impact the health of both moms and their babies.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DETROIT, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10754228 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how electronic cigarette vaping affects blood flow in the uterus and fetal growth during pregnancy. Using a pregnant rat model, the study examines the impact of different vaping substances, including varying nicotine levels, on uterine blood flow and overall cardiovascular health. The goal is to understand the potential risks associated with vaping for both mothers and their developing babies, providing insights into how these substances may disrupt normal pregnancy processes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women who use electronic cigarettes or are considering their use during pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use electronic cigarettes or are not pregnant may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and guidelines regarding vaping during pregnancy, ultimately improving maternal and fetal health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into the effects of vaping, this specific approach using a pregnant animal model to assess vascular impacts is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
DETROIT, UNITED STATES
- WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY — DETROIT, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RAMADOSS, JAYANTH — WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: RAMADOSS, JAYANTH
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.
Conditions: cardiovascular disorder, Cardiovascular Diseases