Study probes link between parent chemical exposure and infant testicular condition

NCT ID NCT04342026

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looks at whether parents' exposure to certain chemicals (endocrine disruptors) in their jobs or during pregnancy is linked to cryptorchidism (undescended testicles) in male children. Researchers will compare exposure levels between parents of boys with and without the condition. The goal is to better understand environmental causes of this common birth defect.

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 this study finds a link, it could point to environmental factors that increase the risk of cryptorchidism, helping guide prevention efforts.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It can only show associations, not cause and effect. Results may not lead to immediate changes in practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cryptorchidism

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CRYPTORCHIDISM

Contacts and locations

Locations

University hospital of Montpellier
RECRUITING

Montpellier, 34295, France

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