Hormone Therapy's hidden effects on metabolism and heart health revealed
NCT ID NCT04838249
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study looks at how testosterone and estrogen therapy changes metabolism, eating habits, and heart health in transgender individuals. Researchers will measure energy use, insulin sensitivity, and artery stiffness in 80 participants over time. The goal is to understand how sex hormones influence the body, which may help prevent obesity and heart disease in the future.
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Helmholtz Institute for Metabolic, Obesity and Vascular Research
RECRUITINGLeipzig, Saxony, 04103, Germany
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