Hidden hormone danger: common adrenal tumors may raise heart risk
NCT ID NCT04917757
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at over 3,600 people with adrenal tumors found by chance. Researchers want to see if mild cortisol excess from these tumors is linked to higher risk of death or heart problems like heart attack and stroke. Participants had a simple overnight dexamethasone test to measure cortisol levels and were followed for at least three years.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better identify which adrenal tumor patients need treatment to prevent heart issues or early death.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all patients.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for ADRENAL INCIDENTALOMA are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
University Hospital Würzburg
Würzburg, 97080, Germany
-
University Turin
Turin, Italy
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Could a simple saliva test replace blood draws for cortisol screening?
- Researchers hunt for best test to spot hidden hormone problem in adrenal tumors
- Urine test could replace repeated scans for adrenal tumors
- Heart complications after adrenal surgery under the microscope
- AI spots hidden adrenal nodules on routine chest scans