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

Mobile health intervention to improve birth outcomes and infant health

Official title: Effect of a Mobile Health Intervention on Birth Outcomes in a Tertiary Healthcare Facility in Nepal

Run by Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences · NCT06431581 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether a mobile health program can help pregnant women have healthier babies and improve their overall health during pregnancy.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment494 (estimated)
SponsorKathmandu University School of Medical Sciences
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Dhulikhel, Bagmati)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 9, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsApril 2027
Registry record updatedJune 24, 2026
Trial IDNCT06431581 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are pregnant women aged 18 and above, between 14 to 22 weeks of gestation, who can read and understand Nepali and plan to stay in Dhulikhel during the study.

Probably not a fit

Patients with vision impairment or diagnosed learning difficulties may 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 evaluates the impact of a mobile health intervention on birth outcomes and infant health among pregnant women. It employs a sequential exploratory research design, starting with qualitative focus group discussions to identify barriers and preferences in perinatal care. Following this, an educational video tailored to the needs of the participants will be developed and assessed for satisfaction and acceptability. Finally, a randomized controlled trial will be conducted to measure the effectiveness of the intervention on health outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could lead to improved birth outcomes and better health for infants.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with mobile health interventions in improving maternal and infant health outcomes, indicating a promising approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant women of age 18 years and above;
* Pregnant with 13 to 27 weeks of gestation;
* Planned to deliver a child at selected hospital;
* Pregnant women who use smart phone;
* Can read and understand Nepali language

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant women with vision impairment and diagnosed learning difficulties

Where it's running

  • Bhawana Shrestha
    Dhulikhel, Bagmati, Nepal
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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