Vitamin D for the Treatment of Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) - NCT00907153-17033 (Clinical Trial 293776)
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Hershey |
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PA |
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17033 |
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
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The purpose of this study is to determine if vitamin D will improve insulin resistance,
inflammation, and overall well-being in women with PCOS.
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As many cells throughout the body possess the vitamin D receptor, adequate vitamin D levels
may be essential for multiple physiologic functions. In recent years, vitamin D
insufficiency has been linked to insulin resistance, inflammation, poor psychological
health, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease - these are also commonly found
in women with Polycystic Ovary syndrome (PCOS). We believe that vitamin D insufficiency
contributes to insulin resistance, inflammation, and psychological distress in women with
PCOS. These adverse effects may ultimately increase the risk for serious long-term
complications in PCOS, including type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The key
objectives of this research study are to determine the effects of vitamin D supplementation
on insulin resistance, inflammation, mood and overall well-being in women with PCOS. |
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Inclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosis of PCOS based on:
- Eight or fewer menstrual periods per year or spontaneous intermenstrual periods
of greater than or equal to 45 days, and
- Elevated testosterone levels
Exclusion Criteria:
- Current Pregnancy or Nursing
- Elevated calcium
- Kidney Stones or kidney disease
- Current use of vitamin D (other than a multivitamin)
- Use of metformin or other insulin sensitizing drugs in the last 3 months
- Elevated prolactin or untreated thyroid disease
- Diabetes, Liver disease, Heart disease, or other serious medical condition |
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Penn State College of Medicine, Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA 17033
United States
Primary Contact:
Barb Scheetz, B.S.
Email: bscheetz@psu.edu
Phone: 717-531-4483
Secondary Contact:
Barb Scheetz, B.S.
Email: bscheetz@psu.edu
Phone: 717-531-4483 |
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March 16, 2010 |
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