An observational study in Neurodevelopmental Abnormality, sponsored by NICHD Global Network for Women's and Children's Health. Completed at 14 sites in 6 countries. Open to participants aged 33 Months to 39 Months, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2024-10-21.
Sponsored by NICHD Global Network for Women's and Children's Health · Observational
A total of 620 children will be enrolled in this study from six sites in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Latin America. Half of the children's mothers will have taken aspirin and half will have taken placebo. This will allow the researchers to compare results of the two groups of children and determine if children exposed antenatally to low dose aspirin will have scores on the Bayley Scales of Infant Development-III (BSID-III) examination at 36 months of life (+/-3months) that are not inferior to the child's peers who were not exposed (i.e., by no more than a margin of 4 points).
An estimated 250 million children under the age of 511 worldwide are at risk for not achieving their developmental potential; 52.9 million children under five years of age in low- and middle-income country (LMIC) settings have neurodevelopmental delays. Compounding the issue is preterm birth (more common in LMICs) which has consistently been identified as a cause of neurodevelopmental delay. A recent review reported that out of the estimated 13 million preterm infants who survive beyond the first month, 0.9 million will suffer long term neurodevelopmental impairment, with 345,000 moderately or severely affected. This burden places a significant strain on the families, healthcare systems and societies that provide care for these children. Data from other Global Network participating sites (Guatemala, Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia and Pakistan) also found strikingly high rates of stunting ranging from 44% to 66%, among infants and toddlers. Poverty additionally contributes to the attainment of optimal neurodevelopment. As such, any study of neurodevelopment should at least document these potential confounders.
Aspirin has been shown to predominantly affect both the COX-1 pathway which is involved in thrombosis and the COX-2 pathway, which affects inflammation through the production of Aspirin Triggered Lipoxins. More specifically, aspirin has been shown to inhibit the production of IL-6, IL-1B, CRP and TNF-α all of which have been shown to negatively affect child neurodevelopment and be involved in preeclampsia and preterm birth.
This will be a prospective masked matched cohort study of children between 33 and 39 months (mean 36 months) of age whose mothers were randomized in the ASPIRIN trial *NCT02409680* (1:1 Aspirin-Placebo), who will be evaluated using the BSID-III. Additionally, the Family Resources and Context questionnaire will be performed to adjust for the local context and the ASQ-3 will be administered as a secondary screen. Recognizing the significant role that preterm birth plays in neurodevelopment, the investigators will include 100 (50 in each group) children who were delivered before 37 weeks.
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The study population will consist of approximately 620 children, between 33 and 39 months of age, whose mothers were included in the ASPIRIN trial.
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Exclusion Criteria:
Mothers in the Global Networks ASPIRIN trial were given 81 mg of Aspirin throughout their pregnancy with the follow-up studies participant.
Drug: Aspirin
Mothers in the Global Networks ASPIRIN trial were given placebo throughout their pregnancy with the follow-up studies participant.
Drug: Placebo
Participant's mothers were administered 81mg of Aspirin throughout their pregnancy with the participant.
Participant's mothers were administered placebo throughout their pregnancy with the participant.
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Cognitive Composite Score
Mean of the Bayley-III Cognitive Composite Score (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 55-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Cognitive Composite Score Less Than 70
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Cognitive Composite score less than 70 (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 55-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Cognitive Composite Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Cognitive Composite score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 55-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Language Composite Score
Mean of the Bayley-III Language Composite Score (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Language Composite Score Less Than 70
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Language Composite score less than 70 (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Language Composite Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Language Composite score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Motor Composite Score
Mean of the Bayley-III Motor Composite Score (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Motor Composite Score Less Than 70
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Motor Composite score less than 70 (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Motor Composite Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Motor Composite score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Communication Total Score
Mean of the ASQ Communication Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Communication Total Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the ASQ Communication Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Gross Motor Total Score
Mean of the ASQ Gross Motor Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Gross Motor Total Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the ASQ Gross Motor Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Fine Motor Total Score
Mean of the ASQ Fine Motor Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Fine Motor Total Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the ASQ Fine Motor Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Problem Solving Total Score
Mean of the ASQ Problem Solving Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Problem Solving Total Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the ASQ Problem Solving Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Personal Social Total Score
Mean of the ASQ Personal Social Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Personal Social Total Score Less Than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean
Number of participants with the ASQ Personal Social Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
Time frame: At a single visit occurring between 33-39 months corrected age
| Milestone | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Started | 343 | 323 |
| Completed bsid-iii assessment | 330 | 312 |
| Completed | 329 | 311 |
| Not completed | 14 | 12 |
| Withdrew: Incomplete follow-up or no study data | 1 | 3 |
| Withdrew: Physician decision | 6 | 6 |
| Withdrew: Withdrawal by subject | 7 | 3 |
Mean of the Bayley-III Cognitive Composite Score (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 55-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Cognitive Composite Score | 96 ± 9.9 | 96.8 ± 10.4 |
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Cognitive Composite score less than 70 (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 55-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Score Greater than or Equal to 70 | 327 | 309 |
| Participants with Score Less than 70 | 2 | 2 |
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Cognitive Composite score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 55-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 297 | 285 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 32 | 26 |
Mean of the Bayley-III Language Composite Score (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Language Composite Score | 101.2 ± 13.2 | 100.4 ± 13.6 |
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Language Composite score less than 70 (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Score Greater than or Equal to 70 | 327 | 302 |
| Participants with Score Less than 70 | 1 | 4 |
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Language Composite score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 290 | 273 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 38 | 33 |
Mean of the Bayley-III Motor Composite Score (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd Edition (Bayley-III) Motor Composite Score | 99.4 ± 13.2 | 100.1 ± 13.9 |
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Motor Composite score less than 70 (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Score Greater than or Equal to 70 | 323 | 305 |
| Participants with Score Less than 70 | 3 | 3 |
Number of participants with the Bayley-III Motor Composite score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (standardized mean 100, SD 15, range 45-155) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 281 | 264 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 45 | 44 |
Mean of the ASQ Communication Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Communication Total Score | 52 ± 8.9 | 50.7 ± 10.2 |
Number of participants with the ASQ Communication Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 277 | 256 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 53 | 58 |
Mean of the ASQ Gross Motor Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Gross Motor Total Score | 47.8 ± 12 | 48.3 ± 12.6 |
Number of participants with the ASQ Gross Motor Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 270 | 253 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 60 | 61 |
Mean of the ASQ Fine Motor Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Fine Motor Total Score | 39.6 ± 16.6 | 38.3 ± 16 |
Number of participants with the ASQ Fine Motor Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 255 | 246 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 75 | 68 |
Mean of the ASQ Problem Solving Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Problem Solving Total Score | 40.2 ± 13.7 | 40.2 ± 13.7 |
Number of participants with the ASQ Problem Solving Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 265 | 256 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 65 | 58 |
Mean of the ASQ Personal Social Total Score (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| score on a scale | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Ages and Stages Questionnaire, 3rd Edition (ASQ-3) Personal Social Total Score | 45.5 ± 9.8 | 45.3 ± 10 |
Number of participants with the ASQ Personal Social Total score less than 1 SD below the sample mean (range 0-60) (lower scores indicating greater impairment)
| Participants | Aspirin | Placebo |
|---|---|---|
| Participants with Scores Greater than or Equal to 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 273 | 252 |
| Participants with Scores Less than 1 Standard Deviation (SD) Below the Mean | 57 | 62 |
Collected over At a single visit occurring at 33-39 months corrected age. Non-serious events are listed at a 0.05% frequency threshold.
| Group | Deaths | Serious | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspirin | 0/329 (0%) | 0/329 (0%) | 0/329 (0%) |
| Placebo | 0/311 (0%) | 0/311 (0%) | 0/311 (0%) |
| Age, Continuous(months) | Aspirin | Placebo | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | 37.5 ± 1 | 37.5 ± 0.9 | 37.5 ± 0.9 |
| Sex: Female, Male(Participants) | Aspirin | Placebo | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 173 | 155 | 328 |
| Male | 170 | 168 | 338 |
| Race/Ethnicity, Customized(Participants) | Aspirin | Placebo | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 71 | 65 | 136 |
| Asian | 175 | 159 | 334 |
| Black or African American | 97 | 99 | 196 |
| Race/Ethnicity, Customized(Participants) | Aspirin | Placebo | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic or Latino | 71 | 65 | 136 |
| Not Hispanic or Latino | 272 | 258 | 530 |
| Maternal education(Participants) | Aspirin | Placebo | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| No formal schooling | 52 | 44 | 96 |
| Years of schooling: 13 years or more | 34 | 41 | 75 |
| Years of schooling: 7-12 | 196 | 177 | 373 |
| Years of schooling: Less than 7 | 61 | 61 | 122 |
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