Disorder of sexual differentiation
MONDO:0002145A congenital disorder characterized by abnormalities in the development of the sexual characteristics.
Also known as: CARD, DSD, conditions affecting reproductive development, differences of sex development, disorder of sex development, disorder of sex differentiation, disorder of sexual differentiation, disorders of sex development
52 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Weekly shot could replace daily growth hormone for kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares a once-weekly growth hormone injection (lonapegsomatropin) to a daily one (somatropin) in 186 prepubertal children with growth failure due to Turner syndrome, SHOX deficiency, being small for gestational age, or idiopathic short stature. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ascendis Pharma A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New hope for rare childhood cancer: drug cocktail aims to shrink tumors and prevent return
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for children and young adults (up to age 30) with a rare type of soft tissue cancer called non-rhabdomyosarcoma. It tests whether adding the drugs pazopanib and selinexor to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes. Participants receive treatment tailored to their…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug aims to boost growth in kids with noonan syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests vosoritide, a protein that stimulates bone growth, in 30 children with Noonan syndrome who are not growing well despite growth hormone treatment. The goal is to see if vosoritide can safely increase their growth rate over six months. Participants will receive one…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can hormone balancing boost fertility and health in klinefelter syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adjusting sex hormone levels with aromatase inhibitors can improve metabolic health and sperm production in men with Klinefelter syndrome. It also examines if adding semaglutide (a weight-loss drug) or hCG provides extra benefits. The trial involves 150 m…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Georgios Papadakis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New exercise program aims to get adults with intellectual disability moving more
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a 16-week inclusive exercise program called PACE for adults with intellectual disability. Participants will attend fitness classes, meet with coaches, and use a web dashboard to set goals. The trial includes 376 people and will measure daily steps and moderate-to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Frozen hope: new study aims to help boys become fathers after cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study offers boys aged 0-17 the chance to freeze testicular tissue before undergoing treatments like chemotherapy or radiation that could cause permanent infertility. The tissue is stored for potential future use to achieve pregnancy. Researchers will track whether transplan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Weekly growth hormone shot tested in thousands of kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 2,600 Chinese children with growth disorders who are receiving a long-acting growth hormone injection. The goal is to see how well it works and how safe it is over the long term in real-world settings. Researchers will measure changes in height and look for…
Sponsor: Beijing Children's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:04 UTC
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Which progesterone schedule works best for turner syndrome teens?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at two ways of taking progesterone for teens with Turner syndrome who are on hormone replacement therapy. One group takes progesterone for 12 days each month, the other takes it every day. Researchers will track bleeding patterns and how the teens feel, to see wh…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:34 UTC
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New DNA scan may unlock mysteries of sex development disorders
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to find hidden genetic changes in people with disorders of sex development (DSD) whose standard genetic tests came back normal. Researchers will use a new technique called Optical Genome Mapping on a blood sample from 20 participants. The goal is to see if this me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New study tests less invasive surgery for enlarged male breasts
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two surgical methods for treating gynecomastia (enlarged male breast tissue): a newer endoscopic technique using small incisions versus traditional open surgery. Researchers will follow 100 men aged 18 to 60 for up to 12 months after surgery to see which metho…
Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Writing away worry: study tests journaling for parents of kids with DSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a guided journaling program can reduce anxiety in parents of children with urogenital conditions like differences of sex development (DSD) or hypospadias. Twenty parents will complete five writing prompts over several weeks and then share their experience…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sarah Schlegel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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NIH launches major study to unravel hormone mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at the National Institutes of Health is looking at 1,000 adults with known or suspected hormone gland (endocrine) disorders. The goal is to better understand these conditions and help train doctors. Participants may receive tests, treatments, or surgery as part of thei…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Major study launches to uncover hidden health risks in androgen insensitivity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 650 people aged 8 to 99 with androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) to better understand their long-term health. Researchers will track hormones, bone density, heart health, metabolism, and tumor risk through regular check-ups and scans. No treatments are being …
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock genetic secrets of childhood hormone disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls up to 15,000 children with known or suspected endocrine or metabolic disorders, along with their family members. Researchers will collect medical records, blood, saliva, and other samples to identify genetic changes linked to these conditions. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can freezing ovarian tissue help people with turner syndrome or early menopause have kids?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether freezing ovarian tissue can help preserve fertility in people aged 2-21 with conditions like Turner syndrome, galactosemia, or premature ovarian insufficiency. Participants may have surgery to remove and freeze a gonad, with a small piece used for rese…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists launch Long-Term study to unravel mysterious liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 400 people aged 12 and older who have noncirrhotic portal hypertension (NCPH) or are at risk for it. NCPH is a liver condition that increases blood pressure in the liver's blood vessels without causing cirrhosis, and often has no early symptoms. Researcher…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Why are some women with turner syndrome fertile? scientists launch genetic hunt
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a large genetic database of people with Turner syndrome, a rare condition where a person is missing all or part of an X chromosome. Researchers want to compare the genes of women with Turner syndrome who are fertile with those who are not. Up to 500 part…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel hormone disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls adults with known or suspected endocrine (hormone gland) disorders, such as diabetes or thyroid disease, to help researchers learn more about these conditions. Participants will undergo medical exams, blood and imaging tests, and possibly genetic testing. The m…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock mysteries of teen gynecologic disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting medical data, blood, saliva, and tissue samples from up to 11,000 children, teens, and adults with known or suspected gynecologic conditions. The goal is to create a large database to better understand these conditions, including disorders of sex developm…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Prostate cancer study asks men: what do you think about breast side effects?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study interviews 24 men with prostate cancer to learn how they feel about breast-related side effects, such as gynecomastia (enlarged breasts), from treatment. The goal is to understand what matters most to patients when choosing therapies. Results will help design a future …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can a simple questionnaire predict who will follow their treatment?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a tool called B-COMPASS that uses a 22-question survey to predict whether people will follow their prescribed treatments. Researchers will enroll 3100 adults with cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, nerve, cancer, or rare diseases across Europe. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Technical University of Madrid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Scientists map DNA 'Signatures' in rare fetal diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at DNA methylation patterns (chemical tags on DNA) in fetuses with rare genetic diseases. Researchers will analyze DNA from amniotic fluid and tissue samples to create reference signatures. The goal is to improve diagnosis of these conditions before birth. The st…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Italian study aims to map rare sex development condition
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information from 520 children and teens in Italy with 46, XY DSD, a rare condition where a person's chromosomes don't match their physical sex development. Researchers will look at medical records to understand how common different features are and how th…
Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could your DNA hold the key to preventing hearing loss?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why people with Turner syndrome often lose their hearing. Researchers will look at genetic and epigenetic markers in 150 adults aged 18-60. Participants will have hearing, balance, blood, and imaging tests. The goal is to find new ways to treat or de…
Sponsor: Gødstrup Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can women with turner syndrome have children? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 93 women with Turner syndrome who wanted to become parents. Researchers will track how many succeeded through natural pregnancy, egg donation, or adoption. The goal is to understand the real-world chances of parenthood for these women.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Gene tests for sick newborns: a lifesaver in the NICU?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using rapid genetic sequencing can help doctors diagnose and treat birth defects in newborns in intensive care. Researchers will enroll 2,000 babies and compare death rates, disability rates, and genetic findings. The goal is to see if personalized t…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:36 UTC