Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 45 Women only

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).

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 45 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorOdense University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Odense)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2012
Main results expectedJanuary 1, 2027
Study endsJanuary 1, 2028
Registry record updatedApril 25, 2023
Trial IDNCT02010814 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

  • 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

  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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.