PCOS birth control study: does vaginal ring raise metabolic risks?
NCT ID NCT04257500
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study looked at whether using a vaginal contraceptive ring for 4 months changes the risk of metabolic syndrome in overweight or obese women with PCOS. The researchers planned to enroll 40 participants but completed the study with 22. They measured changes in blood pressure, waist size, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels to see if the ring increased metabolic risks.
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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