Clinical Trials for Adrenal Gland Disorders

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov — U.S. National Library of Medicine — A database of privately and publicly funded clinical studies conducted around the world (U.S. National Library of Medicine, public domain).

This page lists clinical trials related to Adrenal Gland Disorders from the ClinicalTrials.gov database.

Trial Summary

• Total studies: 50
• Recruiting: 29
• Active, not recruiting: 7
• Completed: 6
• Other: 8

Results are refreshed periodically and may not reflect the most current information available from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Recruiting Trials

NCT00700414 — International Pediatric Adrenocortical Tumor Registry

This study aims to collect demographic and medical information including detailed family history of cancer of children and adolescents with adrenocortical tumors in order to learn more about the clinical and epidemiological aspects, treatment modalities, and outcome of patients with this rare disease, worldwide.

In addition, investigators at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (SJCRH) plan t…

NCT00250159 — Natural History Study of Patients With Excess Androgen

This study will evaluate and gather information in patients with genetic causes of too much androgen (male-like hormone) in order to better understand the effects of too much androgen and describe problems associated with it. Too much androgen in childhood, if untreated, results in rapid growth and early puberty with early cessation of growth and short stature in adulthood. Too much androgen in…

NCT01005654 — Prospective Comprehensive Molecular Analysis of Endocrine Neoplasms

Background:

• Endocrine neoplasms (tumors) are among the fastest growing tumors in incidence in the United States. Furthermore, it is often difficult to distinguish between benign or malignant tumors in cancers of the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland, and pancreas. More research is needed to improve detection and treatment options for patients who develop these kinds of cancer.
• Researcher…

NCT02019706 — Prospective Evaluation of 68Ga-DOTATATE PET/CT, Octreotide and F-DOPA PET Imaging in Ectopic Cushing Syndrome

Between 10% and 15% of patients with endogenous hypercortisolism (Cushing syndrome) have ectopic (non-pituitary) production of adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH) that causes cortisol excess. In approximately 50% of these patients, the tumoral source of ACTH cannot be found initially despite very detailed and extensive imaging, including studies such as computed tomography, magnetic resonance im…

NCT02769975 — Evaluation of Children With Endocrine and Metabolic-Related Conditions

Background:

Endocrine glands give off hormones. Researchers want to learn more about the disorders that affect these glands in children. These disorders might be caused by changes in genes. Genes contain DNA, which is the blueprint of how a cell works. Researchers want to identify the genes involved in endocrine and metabolic disorders. This might help develop new ways to diagnose and treat th…

NCT03050268 — Familial Investigations of Childhood Cancer Predisposition

NOTE: This is a research study and is not meant to be a substitute for clinical genetic testing. Families may never receive results from the study or may receive results many years from the time they enroll. If you are interested in clinical testing please consider seeing a local genetic counselor or other genetics professional. If you have already had clinical genetic testing and meet eligibil…

NCT03374215 — Clinical and Molecular Characteristics of Primary Aldosteronism in Blacks

Background:

The adrenal gland makes the hormone aldosterone. This helps regulate blood pressure. An adrenal gland tumor that makes too much aldosterone can cause high blood pressure and low potassium. The cause of these tumors is unknown, but sometimes they are inherited.

Objective:

To study the genes that may cause primary aldosteronism in Black individuals.

Eligibility:

People ages 18-70…

NCT03867448 — Study of Endocrine-Related Conditions and Physiology

Background:

Endocrine disorders involve changes to glands that produce hormones. Hormones are released by these glands into the blood so they can direct the function of other tissues in the body. Researchers want to study people who may have endocrine disorders. They want to learn more about the conditions that affect endocrine glands.

Objective:

To study adults with a variety of endocrine d…

NCT04439708 — Biomarkers and Choroidal Neovascularization

The aim of the study is to find biomarkers in the blood and aqueous humor of patients with type 1 choroidal neovascularization and correlate them with the response to anti-VEGF treatment.

NCT05237440 — Childhood Traumas in Obese Women: Association With Deregulation of the Glucocorticoid Axis and Inflammatory State.

We postulate that childhood traumas are associated with deregulation of the glucocorticoid axis and the inflammatory system in obese women. The main objective of the study is to compare the salivary cortisol awaking response in obese women according to the presence of childhood trauma (assessed using the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire, CTQ).

NCT05286814 — PDS01ADC in Combination With Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump (HAIP) and Systemic Therapy for Subjects With Metastatic Colorectal Cancer, Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma, or Metastatic Adrenocortical Carcinoma

Background:

One way to treat liver cancer is to deliver chemotherapy drugs only to the liver (and not to the whole body). Researchers want to see if adding the drug PDS01ADC can improve the treatment. The drug triggers the immune system to fight cancer.<TAB>

Objective:

To see if treatment with HAIPs to deliver liver-directed FUDR and Dexamethasone chemotherapy in combination with PDS01ADC …

NCT05765786 — Diagnosing Variable Primary Aldosteronism.

The goal of this observational study is to see if there is a cyclical or exaggerated diurnal variation in aldosterone production in people with Primary Aldosteronism.

NCT05804669 — A Study to Evaluate the Safety and PK of CRN04894 for the Treatment of Cushing’s Syndrome

A Phase 1b/2a, first-in-disease, open-label, multiple-ascending dose exploratory study to evaluate safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK), and pharmacodynamic biomarker responses associated with CRN04894 (an adrenocorticotropic hormone [ACTH] receptor antagonist) in participants with ACTH-dependent Cushing’s syndrome (Cushing’s disease or Ectopic ACTH Syndrome [EAS])

NCT06041516 — A First-in-Human Phase I Trial With Antibody Drug Conjugate ADCT-701 in Neuroendocrine Tumors, Carcinomas and Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors

Background:

Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are rare cancers in the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, lungs, adrenal glands, and other areas of the body. Many of these cancers have a high risk of relapse and a low chance of survival. Better treatments are needed.

Objective:

To test a new drug, ADCT-701, in people with NENs.

Eligibility:

Adults aged 18 and older with NENs.

Design:

Partici…

NCT06607692 — Study in Children and Adolescents of 177Lu-DOTATATE (Lutathera®) Combined With the PARP Inhibitor Olaparib for the Treatment of Recurrent or Relapsed Solid Tumours Expressing Somatostatin Receptor (SSTR) (LuPARPed).

Study in children and adolescents of 177Lu DOTATATE (Lutathera®) combined with the PARP inhibitor olaparib for treatment of recurrent or relapsed solid tumours expressing somatostatin receptors (SSTR) (LuPARPed)

NCT06246357 — Evaluating the Functional Status of the Adrenal Glands With [68Ga]Ga-PentixaFor in Hyperaldosteronism and Hypercortisolism

Background:

The adrenal glands are 2 small organs that sit on top of each kidney. They release hormones; these are chemicals that control how the body works. Tumors on or outside the adrenal glands are called functional if they release hormones; they are called nonfunctional if they do not. Doctors who treat adrenal tumors need to know which type a person has. Researchers want to find better w…

NCT06635629 — Desmopressin Stimulation Test Performance in ACTH-Dependent Cushing Syndrome

Background:

Cushing syndrome (CS) is a set of diseases that develop when the body produces too much adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH stimulates the production of a hormone called cortisol. Excess cortisol can cause serious issues, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, weight gain, and mood changes. Diagnosing CS early can be difficult. One test used to diagnose CS, the desmopressin (D…

NCT06712823 — An Extension Study to Evaluate Safety and Efficacy of Atumelnant in Participants With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the long-term safety, tolerability, and efficacy of atumelnant (CRN04894).

NCT07635134 — Study on the Diagnostic Cut-off Point of 24-hour Urinary Aldosterone Measured by Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry in the Diagnosis of Primary Aldosteronism in the Oral Sodium Loading Test

Primary aldosteronism (PA) is the most common cause of secondary hypertension. Liquid chromatography - tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) is more accurate than the traditional radioimmunoassay in measuring aldosterone. This study aims to establish a more precise diagnostic threshold for the oral sodium loading test (OSLT) by using LC-MS/MS to measure urinary aldosterone levels. We will combine…

NCT07007793 — A Study to Assess Efficacy and Safety of Baxdrostat in Participants With Primary Aldosteronism

This is a Phase III, multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of baxdrostat versus placebo, on the reduction of Seated Blood Pressure (SBP) and achieving normalization of the Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone System (RAAS) in approximately 250 participants ≥ 18 years of age with Primary Aldosteronism (PA), wit…

NCT07189403 — A Study of DS9051b in Participants With Advanced or Metastatic Adrenocortical Carcinoma and Metastatic Castration-resistant Prostate Cancer

This FIH study is designed to assess the safety, tolerability, and preliminary efficacy signals of DS9051b in participants with ACC and mCRPC.

NCT07296484 — Trial Against INtractable Type 2 Diabetes (CAPTAIN-T2D)

CAPTAIN-T2D will take place in two parts. Part 1 (Screening) will evaluate patients with type 2 diabetes and elevated cortisol risk factors for trial eligibility and the presence of elevated cortisol. Participants deemed eligible from Part 1 will be randomized to either clofutriben or placebo in the double-blind (participant and investigator), dose-ranging, interventional Part 2 (Treatment).

NCT07144163 — A Study to Evaluate Atumelnant in Adults With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety, PK, and PD of atumelnant in adults with classic CAH due to 21-OHD.

NCT07159841 — A Study in Pediatric Participants With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (Balance-CAH)

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, efficacy, pharmacokinetics (PK), and pharmacodynamics (PD) of atumelnant treatment in pediatric participants with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH).

NCT06900595 — Testing the Addition of an Anti-Cancer Drug, Cabozantinib to the Immunotherapy Drug Cemiplimab (REGN2810), in Adolescents and Adults With Advanced Adrenocortical Cancer

This phase II trial compares the effect of giving cabozantinib with or without cemiplimab in patients with adrenocortical cancer that has spread to nearby tissue or lymph nodes (locally advanced), and that cannot be removed by surgery (unresectable) or that has come back after a period of improvement (recurrent) or that has spread from where it first started (primary site) to other places in th…

NCT07621458 — Study on Cutoff Revision Effects and Evaluation of NNT in Primary Aldosteronism

The goal of this observational study is to evaluate the real-world impact of applying the revised aldosterone-to-renin ratio (ARR) cutoff recommended in the 2025 primary aldosteronism guideline in adults with hypertension and biochemical findings suggestive of an intermediate probability of lateralizing primary aldosteronism (PA). The main questions it aims to answer are:

• What is the number …

NCT07688928 — Efficacy and Safety of Finerenone Compared to Spironolactone in Treatment of Primary Aldosteronism

The goal of this study is to compare the efficacy and safety of finerenone versus spironolactone in the treatment of hypertension due to primary aldosteronism.

It will be a randomized, double-blind, active-controlled, parallel-group clinical trial conducted at the Endocrine Hypertension Clinic, Department of Endocrinology, BSMMU. A total of 104 adult patients with confirmed primary aldosteroni…

NCT07470580 — Radiofrequency Ablation Versus Adrenalectomy for Adenoma in Patients With Primary Aldosteronism and Hypertension

Primary aldosteronism (PA) is characterized by hypertension, frequent hypokalaemia, and an inappropriately high aldosterone-to-renin ratio (ARR). Aldosterone-producing adenoma (APA or Conn syndrome) is one of the main causes of primary aldosteronism. Laparoscopic (LA) total-adrenalectomy or adenoma selective is an option to normalize or at least improve blood pressure (BP) control, hypokalaemia…

NCT06487481 — Study of Preoperative Radiation Therapy in Participants With Resectable Recurrent Abdominal Adrenocortical Carcinoma

Background:

Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare cancer of the adrenal glands. ACC often returns after tumors are removed with surgery. Less than 35% of people with ACC survive 5 years after diagnosis.

Objective:

To test a new type of external beam RT before surgery in people with ACC.

Eligibility:

People aged 18 years and older with ACC that came back after treatment but may be safely…

Active, Not Recruiting

NCT02834013 — Nivolumab and Ipilimumab in Treating Patients With Rare Tumors

This phase II trial studies nivolumab and ipilimumab in treating patients with rare tumors. Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as nivolumab and ipilimumab, may help the body’s immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread.

This trial enrolls participants for the following cohorts based on condition:

1. Epithelial tumors of na…

NCT02867592 — Cabozantinib-S-Malate in Treating Younger Patients With Recurrent, Refractory, or Newly Diagnosed Sarcomas, Wilms Tumor, or Other Rare Tumors

This phase II trial studies how well cabozantinib-s-malate works in treating younger patients with sarcomas, Wilms tumor, or other rare tumors that have come back, do not respond to therapy, or are newly diagnosed. Cabozantinib-s-malate may stop the growth of tumor cells by blocking some of the enzymes needed for tumor growth and tumor blood vessel growth.

NCT03655223 — Early Check: Expanded Screening in Newborns

Early Check provides voluntary screening of newborns for a selected panel of conditions. The study has three main objectives: 1) develop and implement an approach to identify affected infants, 2) address the impact on infants and families who screen positive, and 3) evaluate the Early Check program. The Early Check screening will lead to earlier identification of newborns with rare health condi…

NCT04284774 — Tipifarnib for the Treatment of Advanced Solid Tumors, Lymphoma, or Histiocytic Disorders With HRAS Gene Alterations, a Pediatric MATCH Treatment Trial

This phase II pediatric MATCH trial studies how well tipifarnib works in treating patients with solid tumors that have recurred or spread to other places in the body (advanced), lymphoma, or histiocytic disorders, that have a genetic alteration in the gene HRAS. Tipifarnib may block the growth of cancer cells that have specific genetic changes in a gene called HRAS and may reduce tumor size.

NCT05003648 — Treating Leg Symptoms in Women With X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy

The investigators recently observed that up to 25% of women with X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) have moderate to severe Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS). In this study, the investigators aim to estimate the prevalence of RLS among women with ALD and to assess whether pramipexole improves RLS symptoms as well as sleep and gait measures in women with ALD.

NCT07118176 — Determining the Biodistribution of an Imaging Tracer (68Ga-FAPi-46) in Patients With Solid Tumors or Hematologic Cancers

This phase I trial is evaluating a new imaging tracer (68Ga-FAPi-46) with positron emission tomography (PET)/computed tomography (CT) to determine where and to which degree the tracer (68Ga-FAPi-46) accumulates in normal and cancer tissues (the biodistribution) in patients with solid tumors or hematologic (blood) cancers. PET is an established imaging technique that utilizes small amounts of ra…

NCT07187375 — Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Tolerability of Crinecerfont in Participants With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Who Are Less Than 2 Years Old

The main objective for this study is to evaluate the pharmacokinetics (PK) of crinecerfont in pediatric participants 0 to <2 years of age with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH).

Not Yet Recruiting

NCT07673445 — Intensive vs. Standard Blood Pressure Control in Primary Aldosteronism

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate whether an intensive blood pressure control strategy (systolic blood pressure target <120 mmHg) is more effective than a standard strategy (systolic blood pressure target <140 mmHg) in reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in patients with primary aldosteronism.

The main question it aims to answer is: Does the intensive blood pressure contr…

NCT07646535 — A Phase II Clinical Trial of Efficacy and Safety of SAL0140 at Different Doses in Patients With Primary Aldosteronism

This is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase II study designed to explore the efficacy and safety of different doses of SAL0140 in primary aldosteronism.

NCT07611786 — Development of Healthcare Transition for Patients With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

The purpose of this study is to implement and evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a structured healthcare transition program for adolescents and young adults with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). The study will also examine preliminary effects of the program on transition readiness, disease-specific self-management knowledge, emergency preparedness, continuity of endocrine care, …

NCT07622030 — Hydrocortisone Modified-release in Adults: Real-world Monitoring of Longitudinal Outcomes in coNgenital Adrenal hYperplasia

Classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder caused by a defect in the enzyme cascade regulating adrenal steroidogenesis; in approximately 95% of cases the defect is located in CYP21A2, the gene encoding 21-hydroxylase, and is characterized by defective adrenal steroidogenesis and cortisol deficiency. Due to the loss of physiological cortisol feedback …

NCT07138274 — Metyrapone Study for Patients Diagnosed With Mild Autonomous Cortisol Secretion - MACS

single-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2 study to evaluate safety and efficacy of overnight metyrapone in patients with MACS.

NCT07687160 — SPIRO-First: A Pragmatic Primary Care-Embedded Pilot Trial of Renin-Guided First-Line Antihypertensive Therapy

The goal of this clinical trial is to determine whether a renin-guided antihypertensive treatment strategy is feasible to implement in community primary care clinics and to explore whether spironolactone improves blood pressure control in adults with low-renin hypertension.

The main questions it aims to answer are:

Is it feasible to identify, recruit, randomize, and follow adults with low-ren…

Enrolling by Invitation

NCT07603466 — Combination Osilodrostat and Cabergoline in Cushing’s Disease

Cushing disease remains a challenging endocrine disorder in which persistent or recurrent hypercortisolism often requires medical therapy after surgery or when surgery is not feasible. Combination medical therapy has emerged as a rational strategy to improve biochemical control through complementary mechanisms while potentially reducing treatment escape and dose-related toxicity. Cabergoline ex…

Completed Trials

NCT00001452 — Defining the Genetic Basis for the Development of Primary Pigmented Nodular Adrenocortical Disease (PPNAD) and the Carney Complex

Lentiginosis refers to groups of diseases marked by the presence of pigmented spots on the skin. These conditions are most commonly associated with multiple tumors and changes in hormone producing glands. The cause of these diseases is unknown, but researchers suggest there may be a level of inheritance involved in their development. Meaning to say that some of these diseases may “run in the fa…

NCT00005927 — Study of Adrenal Gland Tumors

The adrenal glands, located atop the kidneys, normally produce several types of hormones. Tumors of these glands may or may not secrete hormones. It is not known what causes these tumors or why some secrete hormones and others do not. Some of the tumors are benign and confined to the adrenal gland, and others are malignant (cancerous), and can spread to other parts of the body. This study will …

NCT00156767 — Adrenal Function in Critical Illness

An appropriate hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis response is required to survive critical illness. Primary adrenal insufficiency, relative adrenal insufficiency, tissue resistance to glucocorticoids, ACTH deficiency and immune-mediated inhibition of the HPA axis may impair the secretion or action of glucocorticoids in critically ill patients. Adrenal insufficiency is estimated to occur …

NCT02377583 — Hypothalamo-pituitary Adrenal Axis Activity and Neuropsychological Consequences in Type 1 Diabetes in Childhood

The general objective is to precise the role of HPA axis activity in neuropsychological consequences of type 1 diabetes. The investigators hypothesize that hyperactivity of HPA axis is associated with higher scores of depression and changes in hippocampal volume and mean diffusion.

NCT05640128 — Determination of Threshold Values of Aldosterone in HPLC-MS/MS, of Renin and of the Aldosterone / Renin Ratio for the Diagnosis of Primary Hyperaldosteronism

collaborative work within 2 hospitals at the CHU of Caen, at the CHRU of Lille, concerning the evaluation of the biological markers of primary hyperaldosteronism (PAH) with the dosage of aldosterone in LC -MS/MS, which is performed in both centers, with two different techniques. The main objective is to define the range of Aldosterone concentrations in LC MS/MS, of renin in an automated method,…

NCT05299554 — Long-term Safety Study of Chronocort in the Treatment of Participants With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

This phase III study is an open-label extension study to be conducted at approximately 21 investigational sites across 3 countries. The study will evaluate the long-term safety and tolerability of Chronocort in participants aged 16 years and over when used as treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH).

Other (Withdrawn)

NCT05716607 — Treatment Study in Patients Treated With Both Insulin & Hydrocortisone

The aim of INS.CORT trial is, by studying glycemic variability in a well-defined patient group with both insulin & hydrocortisone (patients with concomitant insulin-treated diabetes & Addison’s disease) and collecting information about the administration -time point and doses- of insulin, hydrocortisone and food intake with the help of new technology to improve the treatment in all patients t…