Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up Women only

Effects of magnesium sulphate regimens in severe preeclampsia

Official title: Comparison of Different Regimens of Magnesium Sulphate in Patients With Severe Preeclampsia in Ain Shams University Maternity Hospital (Retrospective Cohort)

Run by Ain Shams Maternity Hospital · NCT06791668 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how different treatments with magnesium sulphate can help prevent seizures in pregnant women with severe preeclampsia.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment400 (estimated)
SponsorAin Shams Maternity Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Cairo)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 3, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 2025
Study endsMarch 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 24, 2025
Trial IDNCT06791668 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women diagnosed with severe preeclampsia who have received magnesium sulphate as part of their treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients with incomplete medical records regarding magnesium sulphate regimens will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the effects of different regimens of magnesium sulphate used to prevent seizures in pregnant women diagnosed with severe preeclampsia. Researchers will conduct a retrospective review of hospital records from Ain Shams University Maternity Hospital over the past five years to collect data on patient demographics, treatment regimens, and outcomes. The study will focus on the occurrence of eclamptic fits and any complications associated with the various magnesium sulphate regimens administered. By analyzing this data, the study seeks to identify the most effective treatment protocols for managing severe preeclampsia.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment protocols for preventing seizures in pregnant women with severe preeclampsia.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored magnesium sulphate regimens in preeclampsia, indicating potential for effective seizure prevention, but this specific approach is observational and may provide novel insights.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* All hospital records of patients diagnosed as preeclampsia with severe features planned to receive magnesium sulphate.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Records with missing data about the regimen of magnesium sulphate used

Where it's running

  • Ain Shams University Maternity Hospital
    Cairo, Egypt
    Recruiting

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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.