Long-term experience with pituitary tumors
Official title: A Twenty-years' Experience in Pituitary Disease: Identification of Prognostic Factors in Pituitary Tumors
Run by Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · NCT06973824 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at the experiences of over 1600 patients who had surgery for pituitary tumors to see what factors might affect their recovery and overall health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1600 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rome, IT) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 10, 2025 |
| Main results expected | February 15, 2028 |
| Study ends | April 30, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | May 15, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06973824 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who have undergone surgery for pituitary tumors and have a follow-up period of at least two years.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years old or those with a follow-up shorter than two years 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 observational study aims to gather and analyze clinical, biochemical, morphological, and pathological data from over 1600 patients who underwent neurosurgical removal of pituitary tumors over the past 20 years. It focuses on understanding the epidemiology and prognosis of pituitary adenomas and other related tumors, which are considered rare. The study seeks to identify prognostic factors that could help predict outcomes for patients with these conditions. By compiling extensive data, the research aims to contribute to a better understanding of the natural history of pituitary diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve prognostic predictions and treatment strategies for patients with pituitary tumors.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been attempts to classify and understand pituitary tumors, this study's extensive data collection over two decades may provide novel insights into these rare conditions.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients underwent surgery for pituitary tumors; * pathology diagnosis of pituitary tumors; * patients older then 18 years at diagnosis of pituitary tumors; * 2 years follow-up; Exclusion Criteria: * age lower then 18 years * follow-up shorter than 2 years
Where it's running
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Fondazione Policlinico Gemelli IRCCS
Rome, It, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Francesco Doglietto, Prof — Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
- Study coordinator: Francesco Doglietto, Prof
- Email: francesco.doglietto@policlinicogemelli.it
- Phone: +390630155701
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.