Clinical trial Recruiting at 8 sites Interventional Ages 18 to 50 Women only

Investigation of pre-eclampsia in pregnant women

Official title: LimPrOn: Limburg Pre-eclampsia Investigation

Run by Hasselt University · NCT03509272 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing new ways to monitor pregnant women at high risk for pre-eclampsia to see if it can help catch the condition early and improve treatment.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 50 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorHasselt University
Academic / other
Locations8 sites (Bree and 7 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 2016
Main results expectedDecember 2030
Study endsDecember 2030
Registry record updatedApril 9, 2024
Trial IDNCT03509272 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women over 10 weeks gestation, both first-time and experienced mothers.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are less than 10 weeks pregnant or have congenital malformations of the fetus 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 study focuses on monitoring pregnant women at high risk for developing pre-eclampsia, a serious condition characterized by high blood pressure and proteinuria. It employs advanced techniques such as NICCOMO and Maternal Venous Doppler Echography, along with bio-electronic impedance analysis, to assess cardiovascular adaptations during pregnancy. The study aims to enhance early detection and treatment through remote monitoring of these patients. A total of 2000 participants will be included from multiple centers.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved early detection and management of pre-eclampsia, reducing risks for both mothers and infants.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using remote monitoring and advanced imaging techniques for managing high-risk pregnancies, indicating potential success for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* \> 10 weeks of pregnancy, primipara and multipara

Exclusion Criteria:

* \< 10 weeks of pregnancy and congenital malformations of the fetus

Where it's running

  • Ziekenhuis Maas en Kempen
    Bree, Belgium
    Recruiting
  • Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg
    Genk, Belgium
    Recruiting
  • Jessa Ziekenhuis
    Hasselt, Belgium
    Recruiting
  • Sint-Fransiscus Ziekenhuis
    Heusden-Zolder, Belgium
    Recruiting
  • Heilig Hart Ziekenhuis
    Mol, Belgium
    Recruiting
  • Mariaziekenhuis Oost-Limburg
    Overpelt, Belgium
    Recruiting
Show 2 more locations
  • Sint-Trudo ziekenhuis
    Sint-Truiden, Belgium
    Recruiting
  • AZ-vesalius
    Tongeren, Belgium
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Wilfried Gyselaers, prof. dr. — Hasselt University
  • Study coordinator: Dorien Lanssens, drs.
  • Email: dorien.lanssens@uhasselt.be

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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.
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.