Can a simple sugar test spot acromegaly better?

NCT ID NCT04066569

Completed Diagnosis Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether a standard glucose tolerance test (drinking a sugary solution) can reliably diagnose acromegaly, a condition caused by too much growth hormone. Researchers tested 109 people, some with acromegaly and some without, giving them two glucose tests and one placebo drink. The goal was to see if the test results were consistent and useful for diagnosis.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Glucose drink (75 g) and placebo (aspartame drink)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could improve the accuracy and reliability of diagnosing acromegaly, leading to earlier and more precise detection.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study focused on test reproducibility, not treatment. Results may not change current diagnostic practices or apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acromegaly

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ACROMEGALY

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Locations

AP-HP, Bicêtre Hospital

Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, 94275, France

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