Investigating the link between urinary tract infections and preeclampsia in pregnant women
Association of Urinary Tract Infection With Preeclampsia During Pregnancy
This study is trying to see if having a urinary tract infection during pregnancy is linked to developing preeclampsia in pregnant women.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Hospital Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad) |
| Trial ID | NCT06962644 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the association between urinary tract infections (UTIs) and preeclampsia in pregnant women in Pakistan. It will enroll 160 participants, with half diagnosed with UTIs and the other half without, from the Obstetrics Department of PAF Hospital, Islamabad. The study will follow these patients until delivery to assess any potential correlations between the two conditions. The findings could provide insights into the impact of UTIs on pregnancy outcomes, particularly regarding preeclampsia.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 18 to 35 years, with a gestational age greater than 20 weeks, attending routine antenatal checkups.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or those who have undergone recent urological surgeries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the risks associated with UTIs during pregnancy and improve maternal and fetal health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While some studies have suggested a link between UTIs and preeclampsia, this specific investigation in Pakistan addresses a research gap and is considered novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients attending OPD for routine antenatal checkup * Patients diagnosed with UTI as per operational definitions * Gestational age greater than 20 weeks as per LMP * Age between 18 to 35 years Exclusion Criteria: * History of medical conditions such as: * Diabetes mellitus * Chronic hypertension * Chronic liver or kidney diseases * Chronic pulmonary conditions * History of urological surgical interventions in the past 3 months * History of renal transplants * Patients on immunosuppressive therapy * History of comorbid conditions including: * Diabetes mellitus * Gestational diabetes mellitus * Hypertension * Chronic hepatic diseases * Chronic liver diseases * Chronic pulmonary diseases * Ischemic heart diseases
Where this trial is running
Islamabad
- PAF Hospital, Islamabad — Islamabad, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Wajiha Fatima Resident, MBBS, FCPS (I)
- Email: mwajeeha52@gmail.com
- Phone: +923338747575
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.