Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women
Metabolic and Endocrinological Characterization of a Prospective Cohort of Women With PCOS
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 |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Odense University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Odense) |
| Trial ID | NCT02010814 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently pregnant will not benefit from this study.
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 performed: Other studies have explored aspects of PCOS, but this specific approach to measuring stress hormones and body composition is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * PCOS Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy
Where this trial is running
Odense
- 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
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.