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Help us learn more about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in pregnancy

We are looking for pregnant people in their second trimester to join a study where they will be asked to complete survey questionnaires, drink sugary beverages with blood tests (glucose testing), and wear continuous glucose monitors (CGMs).

Massachusetts General Hospital Diabetes and Pregnancy Pregnancy Women's Health
8 hours over 2 weeks
Estimated Time Commitment
Female, 18-years or older
May Be Eligible
Payment up to $575
May Be Offered
Survey, Blood draw, Office visit
May Be Required
 
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Overview

What we are studying

We are studying a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called the Dexcom G7. We are looking at whether it can be used to test for gestational diabetes (high blood sugar in pregnancy).


Why it is important

Every person is tested for high blood sugar in pregnancy. Finding and treating high blood sugar in pregnancy is important to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. We need better and easier options for blood sugar testing in pregnancy. 


What we hope to accomplish

We want to see if continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) could be a better and easier way to test for gestational diabetes. We hope to give pregnant people more options for glucose testing in pregnancy. 

Principal Investigator

Camille E Powe, MD

Massachusetts General Hospital

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Who can participate

You may be able to join if you:



  • Are at least 18 years old

  • Are pregnant with one baby

  • Are in the 2nd trimester of pregnancy

  • Do not already have diabetes

What you may be asked to do

You will be asked to come into our study center for 4 visits. 


This study can replace the glucose (blood sugar) testing you would usually do with your OB doctor or midwife. 


Visit 1: Screening/Glucose Test



  • Answer questions about your health and pregnancy

  • Do a 1-hour glucose test


Visit 2: CGM Placement



  • Have your vital signs measured and review your medications

  • Have 2 to 4 CGMs placed on you that you will wear for 10 days. (You can choose how many you would like to wear.)


While at home during the study: 



  • Check your blood sugar once a day


Visit 3: Glucose Test



  • Skip breakfast on the morning of your visit (fast for 8 hours)

  • Do 2-hour test or 3-hour glucose test 


Visit 4: CGM Removal



  • Have your vital signs measured and review your medications

  • Have your CGMs removed

  • Answer some questions about your CGM wear experience 


After Study Interview



  • We may ask you to do an interview to answer some questions about your experience with the study


 


Project activities may include:

  • Survey
  • Blood draw
  • Office visit

Estimated Time Commitment

8 hours over 2 weeks

What You May Get

You may recieve up to $575 for participating in this study. 

Location

Diabetes Research Center
50 Staniford St. Suite: 301 Boston, MA 02114

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Travel

  • Accessible by public transportation
  • Parking reimbursed
  • Parking available

Travel and Parking Details

We can reimburse you for parking at any MGH garage. 

Additional Information

Participating Institutions


Funding Source

  • Industry
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