Clinical trials: Ovary
PCOS, Depression
Metformin, Vitamin D, and Depression in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Trial
Open-label randomized clinical trial assessing the efficacy of Metformin versus Vitamin D in improving symptoms of depressed mood in polycystic ovary syndrome.
- Conditions
- PCOS, Depression, Vitamin D Deficiency, Insulin Resistance
- Trial name
- MINDD (NCT03380091)
- Testing
- Metformin, Vitamin D
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 5 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Francisco
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Effect of Increased Circulating Androgens on Granulosa Cell Responses to FSH.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of increased circulating androgens on estradiol production by the granulosa cells in response to FSH stimulus.
- Trial name
- NCT02389088
- Testing
- Letrozole
- Volunteers
- 9 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
PCOS
Insulin and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Increased insulin levels leads to increased secretion of D-chiro inositol(DCI) from the kidneys in women with PCOS, but not in normal women.
- Trial name
- NCT00683774
- Testing
- diazoxide
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 21 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Virginia Commonwealth University
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Androgen Excess as a Cause for Adipogenic Dysfunction in PCOS Women
The purpose of this research study is to collect specimen samples and study medical information from women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and women without PCOS.
- Trial name
- NCT01889199
- Testing
- Flutamide
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 23 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, Los Angeles
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Obesity
Post-Prandial Liver Glucose Metabolism in PCOS
The Investigators will measure if hepatic metabolism is upregulated in obese girls with PCOS and hepatic steatosis (HS), compared to PCOS without HS and obese controls without HS.
- Conditions
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Obesity, Hepatic Steatosis
- Trial name
- PLUM (NCT03041129)
- Testing
- oral glucose tolerance test, MRI of liver
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 19 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Colorado, Denver
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treatment of Hyperandrogenism Versus Insulin Resistance in Infertile Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Women
The goal of this three-armed randomized controlled trial is to establish the relative roles of treatment of hyperandrogenism versus obesity (as the largest modifiable factor contributing to insulin resistance) in treating…
- Trial name
- OWL-PCOS (NCT00704912)
- Testing
- Orlistat/Meal Replacement/Lifestyle Modification, Loestrin 1/20, Combination of treatments
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 217 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, c Type Natriuretic Peptide
Comparison of Serum C Type Natriuretic Peptide Levels Between Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients and Healthy Women
Recent studies have shown that C natriuretic peptide is produced from granulosa cells, increasing cumulative guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) production by affecting cumulus cells through natriuretic peptide receptors.
- Conditions
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, c Type Natriuretic Peptide, Menstrual Irregularity, Hyperandrogenism
- Trial name
- CNP (NCT04006171)
- Testing
- C type natriuretic peptide
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 90 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Near East University, Turkey
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin Resistance, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Bone Research Study
The purpose is to investigate the effects of 2 different treatments (drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol versus rosiglitazone) on insulin sensitivity and androgen levels, inflammatory markers, vascular markers and bone development in…
- Trial name
- NCT00640224
- Testing
- rosiglitazone, drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 65 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Silva Arslanian
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Impact of Metformin in Teens With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) on Oral Contraceptive Therapy
Oral contraceptives are known to improve menstrual cycles and symptoms in PCOS, however may increase cholesterol. Metformin, a drug to improve insulin resistance, may benefit metabolic state.
- Trial name
- NCT00283816
- Testing
- Metformin, Oral Contraceptive Pill, Lifestyle Management Program
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Rochester
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Hypertension
Mechanisms of Hypertension in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with androgen excess polycystic ovary syndrome (AE-PCOS) leads to hypertension.
- Trial name
- NCT04327934
- Testing
- GnRH antagonist, GnRH antagonist + MethylTESTOSTERone 5 MG
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 28 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Yale University
Weight Loss, Anovulation
Evaluation of Ovarian Morphology and Function in Overweight Women During Weight Loss
The objective of this study is to explore the effects of weight loss on body composition, metabolic status, reproductive hormones, and ovarian follicle development in obese women with regular menstrual cycles versus obese women…
- Conditions
- Weight Loss, Anovulation, Amenorrhea, Infertility
- Trial name
- NCT01785719
- Testing
- Commercial Weight Loss Program
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 79 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Cornell University
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Sleep Apnea
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 5-10% of women in the United States. Its onset is usually at the time of puberty with manifestations of menstrual irregularity, hirsutism, and obesity.
- Trial name
- NCT00203996
- Testing
- continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), depot leuprolide plus estrogen/progestin replacement, pioglitazone
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 37 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Chicago
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treatment of Adolescent Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
A 24 week study to compare the use of Metformin, birth control pills and a carefully planned intensive lifestyle program that includes weight loss and exercise.
- Trial name
- NCT00714233
- Testing
- Metformin, Oral Contraceptive Pills (Yasmin), Lifestyle Modification
- Volunteers
- 43 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Rochester
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Obesity
EQW, DAPA, EQW/DAPA, DAPA/MET ER and PHEN/TPM ER in Obese Women With PolycysticOvary Syndrome (PCOS)
This is a randomized, single-blind, parallel 5 treatment group 24-week trial designed to directly compare the therapeutic effects of exenatide once weekly (EQW), dapagliflozin (DAPA), EQW plus DAPA, combined DAPA/metformin…
- Trial name
- NCT02635386
- Testing
- Exenatide once weekly (EQW ), Dapagliflozin (DAPA), EQW plus DAPA
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 119 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Woman's
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Effect of a Commonly Used Antibiotic, Doxycycline, in Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
The purpose of this study is to study the effect of a commonly used antibiotic, doxycycline, on the production of ovarian hormones and menstrual cycles in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
- Conditions
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Irregular Menstrual Cycles, Androgen Excess
- Trial name
- MI-PCOS (NCT01788215)
- Testing
- doxycycline, Sugar Pill
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 10 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Rochester
Hepatic Steatosis, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Liver and Fat Regulation in Overweight Adolescent Girls
Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) have increased rates of hepatic steatosis compared to weight similar women with regular menses. It is unclear if this is related to high testosterone or insulin resistance.
- Conditions
- Hepatic Steatosis, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Obesity
- Trial name
- APPLE (NCT02157974)
- Testing
- Byetta 5Mcg Pen Injection
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 92 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Colorado, Denver
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Ovarian Morphology and Theca Cell Androgen Production in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Women with PCOS suffer from excess male hormone (androgen) production by the ovary. Androgen is made by cells that surround follicles that contain eggs.
- Trial name
- NCT02145247
- Testing
- hCG
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 39 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treating Inflammation in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to Ameliorate Ovarian Dysfunction
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is characterized by hyperandrogenism, ovulatory dysfunction and polycystic ovaries. Insulin resistance (IR) is a common feature of PCOS, and the resultant hyperinsulinemia is theorized to promote…
- Trial name
- TIN-PCOS-AOD (NCT03229408)
- Testing
- Salsalate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Illinois Chicago
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Theca Cell Function in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The mechanism for increased androgen production in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is not well understood. Excess androgen production by the ovary is stimulated by increased pituitary luteinizing hormone (LH)…
- Trial name
- NCT00747617
- Testing
- recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 25 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, PCOS
Combination Metformin and Oral Contraception for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The purpose of this research study is to determine if adding Metformin, a drug that reduces insulin resistance, to birth control pills will reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure.
- Conditions
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, PCOS, Insulin Sensitivity
- Trial name
- NCT00682890
- Testing
- metformin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 28 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Virginia Commonwealth University