Connective Tissue Disease Study for Women
The Clinical Features and Pregnancy Outcomes of CTD Patients
Recruiting
Observational Study
Connective Tissue Diseases
Pregnancy Related
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 20 – 45
- Sex
- Female
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 126 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Qilu Hospital of Shandong University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for women aged 20-45 who have specific autoimmune diseases related to pregnancy. Participants will be monitored during their pregnancy and postpartum period while using prescribed medications.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am aged between 20 and 45 years old.
- I have been diagnosed with antiphospholipid syndrome.
- I have been diagnosed with undifferentiated connective tissue disease.
- I have at least one symptom suggesting a connective tissue disease.
- I am willing to participate voluntarily in this study.
- I agree to use medication and follow the treatment plan.
- I will sign informed consent.
You may not be able to join if
- I have a known reason for previous pregnancy loss.
- I have any severe heart, liver, kidney, blood, or hormonal disease.
- I have an active infection.
- I am allergic to prednisone, hydroxychloroquine, low-molecular-weight heparin, or aspirin.
- I have a history of digestive ulcers or upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
- I have been diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus.
- I disagree or cannot complete my pregnancy and follow-up after delivery.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Connective tissue disease (CTD) is a common group of autoimmune diseases, mainly including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) , and so on. APS is caused by autoimmune disorders that cause recurrent miscarriage, thrombosis, and thrombocytopenia, and often secondary to connective tissue diseases such as SLE. Undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD) is curren…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Women who meet the following inclusion criteria will be eligible to participate in the study:
1. Age between 20-45 years;
2. Diagnosed with APS: patients meet the Sydney classification criteria;
3. Diagnosed with UCTD: at least one presence of auto-antibodies, including…
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