Following Children Born in Guangzhou to Study Early-Life Health Effects
Follows pregnant women and their children in Guangzhou to observe early-life exposures and later health.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: The Born in Guangzhou Cohort Study (BIGCS)
Key facts
- Where
- Guangzhou, ChinaSee the site
Where in China
- Guangzhou Women and Children's medical centerGuangzhou, ChinaTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center
- Trial code
- NCT02526901
- Record updated
- 26 February 2024
- Original description
The Born in Guangzhou Cohort Study (BIGCS) was established to investigate the short- and long-term effects of exposure in early life on health consequences in Guangzhou, China. Data are collected regarding environmental, occupational and lifestyle exposures as well as health outcomes in later life. Biological samples including blood and tissue samples are also collected from the participants.Read full original descriptionShow less
The Born in Guangzhou Cohort Study (BIGCS)
The Born in Guangzhou Cohort Study (BIGCS) was established to investigate the short- and long-term effects of exposure in early life on health consequences in Guangzhou, China. Data are collected regarding environmental, occupational and lifestyle exposures as well as health outcomes in later life. Biological samples including blood and tissue samples are also collected from the participants.
Inclusion: Pregnant women with <20 weeks of gestation; Pregnant women intended to eventually deliver in Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center; Permanent residents or families intended to remain in Guangzhou with their child for ≥3 years.