Polycystic ovary syndrome

This study investigates whether a supervised, adapted physical activity program can improve how the body burns fat during walking in women with overweight or obesity, both with and without polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Researchers will compare changes in fat oxidation and oth…

This study compares myo-inositol alone versus myo-inositol plus alpha-lactalbumin in 82 women with PCOS who want to conceive. Over 12 weeks, researchers will track pregnancy rates, menstrual regularity, and metabolic changes. The goal is to see if adding alpha-lactalbumin improve…

This study compares two drugs—metformin and myo-inositol—for managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in 60 women. Over 3 months, researchers will check if either drug helps restore regular menstrual cycles and improve hormone balance. The goal is to see which option works bette…

This study will test whether adding estradiol valerate to letrozole improves the uterine lining in 60 women with PCOS compared to letrozole alone. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups and monitored via ultrasound. The goal is to see if the combination leads…

This study tests a 24-week dietary program for overweight or obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The goal is to see if a carefully planned, calorie-controlled diet can improve menstrual regularity and metabolic health better than standard care. 160 women will parti…

This study looks at whether a low-calorie Mediterranean diet plus a synbiotic supplement (a mix of good bacteria and fiber) can improve body measurements, blood markers, and quality of life in overweight or obese women with PCOS. About 32 women will be randomly assigned to get ei…

This study looks at whether a light fasting diet combined with magnesium supplements can improve cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and lower oxidative stress in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Forty-six women will follow the diet and take either magnesium or a…

This study looks at whether limiting food intake to an 8-hour window each day (16:8 time-restricted feeding) can improve weight, blood sugar, and appetite-related hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Forty-five women will be split into three groups: two PCOS g…

This study tests whether an 8-week exercise program done through a digital platform can improve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women aged 18-40. Participants will be split into three groups: digital exercise, in-person exercise, or general physical activity advic…

This study tests a 5-day online Theta Healing program—including meditation, visualization, and self-compassion exercises—in 142 women with PCOS. The goal is to see if it reduces fertility anxiety and improves body image compared to usual care alone. Results will be measured 6 wee…

This study will test if a mobile app that gives personalized Mediterranean diet advice can help women with PCOS improve their cholesterol, weight, and overall health. Sixty women will be split into two groups: one using the app and one getting standard lifestyle advice. The goal …

This study tests whether a daily berberine supplement (550 mg) can improve PCOS symptoms like excess hair growth, acne, and weight in 150 women aged 18-40. Participants are split into three groups: those not taking inositol, those already on inositol, and a control group receivin…

This study compares in vitro maturation (IVM) to conventional ovarian stimulation in 84 women with severe PCOS undergoing their first fertility treatment. The goal is to see which method causes less pain, fewer side effects, and better quality of life. Participants will fill out …

This study tests whether wet cupping (Hijama) can improve menstrual regularity, reduce pain, and boost fertility in women with PCOS. Sixty women aged 20-40 will be randomly assigned to receive three monthly cupping sessions or standard lifestyle advice. Researchers will track cha…

This study will follow 473 women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and a control group to understand what affects their ability to get pregnant. Researchers will look at medical history, hormone levels, and lifestyle factors to see which ones help or hinder natural or assiste…

This observational study will collect existing lab results and medical history from 100 women aged 18 to 45 with PCOS. No treatments or interventions are given. The goal is to identify distinct hormonal and metabolic patterns that could help explain the condition and guide future…

This study investigates why women with type 1 diabetes (T1D) frequently develop polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition of high androgen levels. Researchers will compare five groups of 12 participants each, including women with T1D and PCOS, women with T1D alone, men with T…

This study looks at whether fertility treatments change irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms in women. Researchers will follow 120 women—60 with PCOS starting IVF and 60 freezing eggs for social reasons. Participants fill out questionnaires about gut symptoms, anxiety, and dep…

This study aims to find out whether some women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) actually have a rare genetic condition causing severe insulin resistance. Researchers will compare 25 women with a known LMNA gene mutation (linked to lipodystrophy) to 50 women with cl…

This study will measure levels of two proteins, SCUBE-1 and SCUBE-3, in the blood of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and compare them to healthy women. Researchers want to see if these proteins are linked to inflammation and a higher risk of heart problems. About 56 w…

This study compares two common ovarian stimulation protocols—PPOS (using a progesterone-like drug) and GnRH antagonist—in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who are undergoing preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A). The goal is to see which method results in more geneti…

This study will check how often fibromyalgia occurs in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and how pain relates to mood and insulin resistance. About 140 women aged 18-40 with PCOS and a healthy control group will answer questionnaires and have pain thresholds measured. T…