Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women
Official title: Metabolic and Endocrinological Characterization of a Prospective Cohort of Women With PCOS
Run by Odense University Hospital · NCT02010814 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see how stress hormones, body composition, and bone health affect the quality of life for women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Odense University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Odense) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 1, 2012 |
| Main results expected | January 1, 2027 |
| Study ends | January 1, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | April 25, 2023 |
| Trial ID | NCT02010814 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are currently pregnant will 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 study focuses on women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common endocrine disorder. It aims to measure stress hormone levels in urine and assess quality of life through questionnaires. Additionally, the study will characterize body composition and bone architecture using advanced imaging techniques like DXA and ExtremeCT. A biobank will be established to collect fasting blood samples from participants for further analysis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of PCOS and improve management strategies for affected women.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored aspects of PCOS, but this specific approach to measuring stress hormones and body composition is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * PCOS Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy
Where it's running
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Department of Endocrinology, Odense University Hospital
Odense, Denmark Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Dorte Glintborg, MD PhD — Department of Endocrinology, Odense University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Marianne Andersen, DMSci
- Email: marianne.andersen@rsyd.dk
- Phone: 0045 65412502
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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.