Fetal Heart Function in Growth-Restricted Pregnancies

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 examines fetal heart function in pregnancies complicated by intrauterine growth restriction. Researchers use echocardiography and a modified myocardial performance index (Mod-MPI) to assess systolic and diastolic performance, aiming to identify early cardiac changes linked to chronic hypoxia and blood flow redistribution. Eligible participants are pregnant women beyond 28 weeks gestation undergoing routine care at the Women’s Health Hospital in Asyut, Egypt, with no intrauterine fetal death at enrollment. The study builds on prior work suggesting Mod-MPI alterations may reflect evolving cardiac stress in IUGR fetuses.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* pregnant women
* more than 28 weehs gestation

Exclusion Criteria:

* intrauterine fetal death

Where it's running

• Women's Health Hospital
  Asyut, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Mohamed Fekry
• Email: mohamedbeethoven2040@gmail.com
• Phone: +20882312388

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.