New study tracks hidden heart and bone risks in Cushing's disease
NCT ID NCT02568982
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study followed 80 people with newly diagnosed Cushing's disease for three years to see how the disease affects the heart, bones, metabolism, and quality of life. Researchers used blood tests, heart scans, bone density tests, and questionnaires to track complications before and after treatment. The goal is to better understand how these complications change over time and after surgery.
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 study could help doctors better predict and manage the long-term complications of Cushing's disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove that any specific therapy improves outcomes.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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AP-HP, Hôpital Cochin
Paris, Paris, 75014, France
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