RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06615076

Enhancing Care & Outcomes for Patients During the First Postpartum Year

Enhancing Care and Outcomes for Patients with Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Diabetes During the First Postpartum Year: a Randomized Control Trial

Sponsor

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Nov 12, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Pregnancy Hypertension, Pregnancy Induced Postpartum Period

Summary

The United States is in the midst of a maternal mortality and morbidity crisis, with more than half of maternal deaths occurring within the first postpartum year. Patients with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) and diabetes have been found to be particularly high-risk, as they have a significantly increased risk for the development of cardiovascular disease in the long-term postpartum period. Traditionally, postpartum care has consisted of a single office visit at six weeks postpartum. Recent research has suggested that postpartum care should be an ongoing process, tailored to each woman's specifics needs. The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effectiveness of obstetric care providers as primary care providers for patients at increased risk of maternal morbidity and mortality in the full first postpartum year.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests a new care program designed to improve health outcomes during the first year after giving birth for women who had high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy. These conditions (called hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, or HDP) raise the risk of long-term heart disease, and this program aims to provide better monitoring and support. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 years old or older - You are pregnant and plan to give birth and receive postpartum care at the University of Maryland Medical Center - You were diagnosed with high blood pressure (HDP) or diabetes (including gestational diabetes) during your pregnancy - You have Medicaid insurance **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You experienced fetal loss (stillbirth) - You did not have HDP or diabetes during your current pregnancy - You are under 18 years old Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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