Cushing syndrome
MONDO:0018912Cushing's syndrome (CS) encompasses a group of hormonal disorders caused by prolonged and high exposure levels to glucocorticoids that can be of either endogenous (adrenal cortex production) or exogenous (iatrogenic) origin.
Also known as: hypercortisolism, Cushing syndrome, Cushing's syndrome, cortisol Excess, hyperadrenocorticism, pituitary basophilism, suprarenogenic syndrome, adrenal hyperfunction resulting from pituitary ACTH excess
66 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 42 tagged with Cushing syndrome itself.
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Sub-types of Cushing syndrome
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Endogenous Cushing syndrome 3 trials · 38 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- ACTH-dependent Cushing syndrome 23 trials · 26 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- ACTH-independent Cushing syndrome 9 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Exogenous Cushing syndrome 1 trial
Most studied deeper sub-types
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New drug shows promise for Long-Term control of cushing syndrome
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety of relacorilant, a drug for people with Cushing syndrome. It includes 125 adults who previously completed a relacorilant study and may benefit from continued treatment. Researchers will track side effects over time to see if the drug is sa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could tame hormone disorder Cushing's syndrome
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental pill called CRN04894 in 18 adults with Cushing's syndrome caused by too much ACTH hormone. The drug works by blocking the receptor that ACTH acts on, aiming to lower cortisol levels and control the disease. The main goals are to check …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cushing's drug osilodrostat under Long-Term safety review
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 206 patients with Cushing's syndrome who are taking osilodrostat (Isturisa) to see how safe and effective it is over time. Researchers will track side effects and how well the drug controls cortisol levels. No new treatment is given—just real-world monitoring.…
Sponsor: RECORDATI GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Can a drug tame excess cortisol? new trial tests metyrapone
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether metyrapone, a drug that lowers cortisol production, is safe and effective for people with mild autonomous cortisol secretion (MACS). About 30 participants will take the drug for a period, and researchers will track side effects and cortisol levels…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Saliva test could replace complex procedures for Cushing's diagnosis
Diagnosis OngoingThis study aims to see if a simple, inexpensive saliva test can accurately diagnose Cushing's syndrome, a condition where the body makes too much cortisol. Researchers will compare two automated saliva test methods in 380 adults who are already being checked for the condition. Th…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Wearable tech puts hormone health to the test
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis trial tests whether wearable devices can measure how the body responds to everyday challenges like changes in salt intake, meals, fasting, and exercise in adults with endocrine or metabolic disorders. Participants wear home monitoring devices and follow different diet and ac…
Sponsor: Felix Beuschlein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blood test predict who will get diabetes from steroids?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find genetic and metabolic markers that explain why some people develop diabetes, high blood pressure, or bone loss from glucocorticoids while others do not. Researchers will analyze blood and urine samples from up to 600 participants, including those with exce…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Scientists search for keys to unlock immune attack on rare adrenal cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is not testing a new drug, but rather doing the early science needed to develop one. Researchers are looking for the right targets (antigens) on adrenocortical carcinoma cells and studying how the tumor suppresses the immune system. The goal is to find a way to create …
Sponsor: University of Wuerzburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Heart risks in adrenal tumor patients under the microscope
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 150 patients with functional adrenal tumors to see how their heart and blood pressure change before and after surgery. Researchers will use heart ultrasounds and blood pressure monitoring to understand recovery and risks. The goal is to help doctors choose bett…
Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:09 UTC