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Determination of the Iodine Status in Pregnant Women in the Netherlands.

Launched by MAASTRICHT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER · May 8, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of July 22, 2025

Terminated

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

Rationale: Adequate dietary iodine intake is essential to thyroid hormone synthesis, which is key for normal growth, development and metabolism. During pregnancy, maternal iodine needs are increased (recommended intake: 175 µg/day) and iodine deficiency during pregnancy affects brain and cognitive development of the foetus and might lead to pregnancy complications. Despite the use of iodized salt, it has been shown that iodine intake in the Netherlands is declining. Importantly, a recent small study in Groningen indicated a high prevalence of iodine deficiency during pregnancy (83% of parti...

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Female
  • 18-45y old
  • in first 16 weeks of pregnancy
  • pregnant of singleton
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Thyroid-disease or any other metabolic disease
  • kidney disease
  • twin-pregnancy

About Maastricht University Medical Center

Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+) is a leading academic medical center in the Netherlands, renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and education. As a prominent sponsor of clinical trials, MUMC+ integrates cutting-edge scientific inquiry with clinical practice, focusing on a wide range of medical disciplines. The center emphasizes collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, fostering an environment that promotes excellence in patient care and the translation of research findings into clinical applications. MUMC+ is dedicated to improving health outcomes and enhancing quality of life through rigorous clinical investigations and the development of novel therapeutic strategies.

Locations

Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported