NHLBI/NICHD Collaborative Studies of Asthma in Pregnancy
Launched by NATIONAL HEART, LUNG, AND BLOOD INSTITUTE (NHLBI) · Oct 27, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of June 21, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
BACKGROUND:
Asthma is one of the most common illnesses that complicates pregnancy. Asthma complicates at least 4 percent of all pregnancies; however, because at least 10 percent of the population appears to have nonspecific airway hyper-responsiveness, the true prevalence may be much higher.
Asthma can produce serious maternal and fetal complications. A number of investigators have reported an increased incidence of pre-eclampsia, gestational hypertension, hyperemesis gravidarum, vaginal hemorrhage, toxemia, and induced and complicated labor. Fetal complications include increased risk of ...
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- • Asthmatic pregnant women.
About National Heart, Lung, And Blood Institute (Nhlbi)
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is a leading component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to advancing research and clinical trials focused on cardiovascular, pulmonary, and hematologic diseases. With a mission to improve public health through innovative research, the NHLBI supports a wide range of studies aimed at understanding, preventing, and treating heart and lung conditions. By collaborating with academic institutions, healthcare providers, and patient communities, the NHLBI strives to translate scientific discoveries into effective clinical practices, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by these critical health issues.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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