Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase 4 Interventional Ages 18 to 50 Women only

Comparing oral and transdermal estrogen treatment in women with Turner syndrome

Official title: Determining Dose Equivalence Between Oral and Transdermal Estrogen Treatment in Women With Turner Syndrome - A Randomized Study

Run by University of Aarhus · NCT06544473 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether taking estrogen by mouth or through the skin works better for women with Turner syndrome.

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Quick facts

PhasePhase 4
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 50 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Aarhus
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Aarhus, Aarhus N)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 29, 2021
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedAugust 23, 2024
Trial IDNCT06544473 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18-50 with a diagnosis of Turner syndrome who are already receiving estrogen treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients with active systemic chronic diseases, known or suspected breast cancer, or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This phase IV randomized crossover trial evaluates the effects of oral versus transdermal estrogen replacement therapy in women with Turner syndrome. Over a 5-week period, 50 participants aged 18-50 will receive each treatment for 14 days, separated by a one-week washout. The study aims to determine the dose equivalence of the two estradiol regimens by measuring various estradiol-dependent markers. Blood tests will be conducted at multiple points to assess the impact of each treatment method.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide clearer guidelines for estrogen replacement therapy in women with Turner syndrome, potentially improving their health outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing debate regarding the advantages of oral versus transdermal estrogen, this specific comparison in Turner syndrome is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of TS regardless of karyotype
* Age 18-50 years
* Already receiving estrogen treatment

Exclusion Criteria:

* Active systemic chronic diseases
* Known or suspected breast cancer
* Known or suspected estradiol-dependent tumors (endometrial cancer or similar)
* Untreated endometrial hyperplasia
* Current or previous venous thromboembolism
* Acute or previous liver disease where liver enzymes are still elevated by a factor 3 or more
* Known hypersensitivity to the medications used
* Pregnancy

Where it's running

  • Department of Endocrinology and Internal Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital
    Aarhus, Aarhus N, Denmark
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Claus H Gravholt, Professor — Aarhus University Hospital
  • Study coordinator: Camilla M Balle, Ph.d.-student
  • Email: camibl@clin.au.dk
  • Phone: 40769623

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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