New study tests delaying ovary removal to avoid early menopause in high-risk women

NCT ID NCT01907789

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looks at three approaches for women with BRCA mutations who are at high risk for ovarian cancer: regular screening, removing both fallopian tubes and ovaries at once, or removing just the tubes first and the ovaries later. The goal is to see if delaying ovary removal helps women avoid early menopause while still lowering cancer risk. About 80 premenopausal women aged 30-47 are taking part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • NorthShore University Health System

    Evanston, Illinois, 60201, United States

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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