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

Using 3D models to help manage congenital diaphragmatic hernia in fetuses

Official title: The Role of 3D Images and Models to Aid Management of Cases of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Diagnosed in the Antenatal Period. Consecutive Patients Studied From Diagnosis to Post Operative Period.

Run by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · NCT03750266 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to use 3D models made from MRI scans to help parents and doctors better understand and plan for surgery for fetuses with congenital diaphragmatic hernia.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Sheffield, South Yorkshire)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 4, 2017
Main results expectedJune 30, 2027
Study endsJune 30, 2027
Registry record updatedAugust 7, 2026
Trial IDNCT03750266 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are pregnant women attending the Jessop Wing Fetal Medicine Unit whose fetuses have been diagnosed with CDH and are referred for MRI.

Probably not a fit

Patients who may not benefit include those unable to provide informed consent, under 18 years of age, or unable to undergo MRI due to claustrophobia or metal implants.

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 create 3D animations and models of fetuses diagnosed with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) using routine medical imaging. By visualizing the size of the defect and the positioning of organs, the study seeks to enhance understanding for both parents and surgical teams. The approach leverages existing MRI scans to provide detailed insights without any additional interventions. This method could improve preoperative planning and parental education regarding the condition.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this could lead to better surgical outcomes and improved understanding of CDH for families.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of 3D modeling in medical imaging is gaining traction, this specific application for CDH management is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Target Population: pregnancy women attending Jessop Wing Fetal medicine unit.
* Accessible population: Pregnant women attending Jessop Wing Fetal medicine unit. Whose fetus had a CDH and are referred to MRI.
* Study population: Pregnant women attending Jessop Wing Fetal medicine unit. Whose fetus had a CDH and are referred to MRI and agree to take part in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not able to give informed consent due to any reason including poor understanding of English
* Under 18 years of age.
* Unable to complete the fetal MRI process due to either metal implants or claustrophobia.

Where it's running

  • Jessop Wing Hospital
    Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
    Recruiting

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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.
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