Primary ovarian failure
MONDO:0005387Absent or premature cessation of ovarian function due to a pathologic process originating within the ovaries.
Also known as: primary ovarian failure, female hypergonadotropic hypogonadism, hypergonadotrophic ovarian failure, hypergonadotropic hypogonadism, hypergonadotropic hypogonadism (female), premature menopause, premature ovarian failure, premature ovarian insufficiency
94 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can hormone patches and pills help teens with ovarian failure?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) affects adolescents aged 11-19 with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), a condition where ovaries stop working before age 40. Participants receive estrogen patches and progesterone pills over 2 years, with regular check…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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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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Herbal hope for ovarian health: new trial tests ancient remedy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula (Bu Shen Yi Qi) combined with the hormone DHEA can improve ovarian function in women with diminished ovarian reserve. 74 women aged 20-40 will receive either the herbal formula plus DHEA or a placebo plus DHEA for 12 w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Precision genetic therapy aims to slow rare brain disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a drug called atipeksen for people with Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T), a rare genetic disease that affects movement and coordination. The drug is designed to fix a specific genetic error in the ATM gene and is given via spinal injection. The study will …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Timothy Yu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 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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New hope for fertility: drug may reverse early menopause in autoimmune patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an immunomodulatory drug (rituximab) can improve or normalize ovarian function in women aged 18-38 with autoimmune premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). Participants receive either rituximab or a placebo, and those who respond may undergo IVF. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Angelica Lindén Hirschberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for rare disease: expanded access to experimental drug for A-T patients
Disease control AVAILABLEThis program provides an experimental drug, levacetylleucine, to people with Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T), a rare genetic disease that affects movement and immunity. It is for patients who cannot join clinical trials and have no other good treatment options. The goal is to offer p…
Sponsor: IntraBio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called TCC1727 combined with other medicines (benmelstobart, olaparib, or topotecan) in people with advanced solid tumors, including lung, stomach, endometrial cancer, and melanoma. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination helps s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Tide Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New hormone protocol could make IVF cheaper and easier for women with low egg supply
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using the hormone dydrogesterone (taken as a pill) alongside standard fertility injections can help women with low ovarian reserve collect more eggs for IVF. The trial compares this approach to the usual GnRH antagonist protocol. Researchers will track pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tam Anh TP. Ho Chi Minh General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 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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Hawaiian superfood tested to ward off pregnancy diabetes
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether eating fermented poi every day for four weeks can improve the gut health of pregnant women and lower their risk of developing gestational diabetes. Fifty pregnant women between 10 and 24 weeks will eat one pound of poi daily and receive nutriti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Hawaii • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease menopause for young cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is creating and testing a nurse-led program for women who experience early menopause after cancer. The program includes personalized education, decision support, and skills to manage menopause symptoms. About 117 women who have completed cancer treatment will take part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Hormone implants could ease menopause symptoms for years
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests small hormone implants placed under the skin to relieve menopause symptoms like hot flashes, low mood, and sexual problems. It includes 140 women with natural menopause, early ovarian failure, or menopause from cervical cancer treatment. Researchers will check ho…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 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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New study creates ovarian tissue databank to unlock fertility secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects and stores ovarian tissue from females aged 4 to 35 who choose to freeze a sample before cancer treatment that could harm their fertility. Researchers will also gather medical data and annual surveys for up to 30 years. The goal is to build a national database…
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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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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Lupus drug may harm ovaries – could a hormone shot help?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study surveys women under 40 with lupus who are starting cyclophosphamide, a drug that can damage ovaries and cause infertility. Some received an additional drug called GnRHa to protect their ovaries. Researchers will compare menstrual health and fertility between those who …
Sponsor: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 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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Major study launches to unravel mysteries of early menopause
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1080 women diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) before age 40. Researchers will track their health over time, including bone density, hormone levels, and mental well-being. The goal is to identify risk factors and understand how POI affects over…
Sponsor: Women's Hospital School Of Medicine Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 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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New study explores hidden health risks after ovary removal
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 120 women aged 35-50 who are having their ovaries removed (oophorectomy) for non-cancer reasons. Researchers will track changes in quality of life, heart health, brain function, and body fat over one year. Some women may start hormone therapy as part of routine…
Sponsor: University of Jyvaskyla • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 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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Can your genes explain infertility? new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find genes that may cause infertility in people with non-obstructive azoospermia (low or no sperm) or primary ovarian insufficiency (early menopause). Researchers will collect saliva samples from 500 adults to look for genetic differences. No new treatments are…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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25,000 ultrasound scans to train AI for better Women's health diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a huge collection of ultrasound images from the uterus and ovaries. Researchers will gather scans from 25,000 women, both healthy and with gynecological conditions, during routine checkups. The goal is to build a database that doctors and artificial intelli…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New study aims to unravel puberty and fertility challenges in girls with rare sugar disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 60 girls and women with classic galactosemia, a rare genetic condition that affects how the body processes sugar. Researchers want to understand why many develop early ovarian failure and how puberty progresses. By tracking hormone levels and growth, they hope …
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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Early menopause linked to blood pressure problems? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how early menopause (before age 45) affects the nerves that control blood pressure. Researchers will measure nerve activity and blood pressure in 160 women aged 35-70. The goal is to understand why these women may have higher blood pressure and find ways to he…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Do teens understand their hormone treatment? new survey aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at Strasbourg University Hospital surveys 20 teenage girls (ages 11-18) with female hypogonadism and their parents to assess their knowledge of hormone replacement therapy. The goal is to identify gaps in understanding so that better educational workshops can be design…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Could pollution and sleep habits be messing with your hormones? new study investigates.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how things in your environment—like pollution, chemicals, diet, and sleep—might affect your hormones and reproductive health. Researchers will follow 300 people aged 8 and older who have conditions like low or high hormone levels, early or late puberty, or inf…
Sponsor: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Early menopause heart risk under microscope: hormone Therapy's role questioned
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how early menopause (premature ovarian insufficiency) affects the heart's electrical signals, which can raise the risk of dangerous heart rhythms. Researchers will compare 120 women with and without this condition, and also check how hormone replacement therap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC