Cured as kids, followed for life: new study tracks hidden health risks

NCT ID NCT03831958

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study follows 600 people aged 10 to 42 who were cured of Cushing disease before age 21. Researchers want to learn about long-term health problems caused by high cortisol levels during childhood. Participants complete surveys and have check-ups every 5 years to track their physical and mental health.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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