Developing new contraceptive methods for women, especially those who are obese.

CCTN-CONTRACEPTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – CORE FUNCTION ACTIVITIES FOR SITES OF FEMALE CONTRACEPTIVE STUDIES - EAST VA

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL · NIH-11126502

This study is looking for ways to create new birth control options that help prevent unintended pregnancies while also being safer for women who are obese, and by joining in, you can help improve these choices for everyone!

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorEASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NORFOLK, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11126502 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on creating new contraceptive options that not only prevent unintended pregnancies but also minimize the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE), particularly in obese women. The Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network (CCTN) is dedicated to developing clinical trial protocols and conducting trials to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of these new contraceptive methods. By participating in this research, patients may contribute to the advancement of contraceptive options that are tailored to their specific health needs.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include women seeking effective contraception, especially those who are obese or have medical conditions that make current contraceptive options unsuitable.

Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking contraception or who do not have any health concerns related to current contraceptive methods may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective contraceptive methods for women, particularly those at higher risk due to obesity.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing new contraceptive methods, but this specific approach targeting obese women is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

NORFOLK, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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