Database of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome and healthy women

ISRCTN ISRCTN70196169
DOI https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN70196169
Secondary identifying numbers R1042 10/H0906/17
Submission date
09/05/2012
Registration date
22/05/2012
Last edited
13/02/2018
Recruitment status
No longer recruiting
Overall study status
Completed
Condition category
Nutritional, Metabolic, Endocrine
Prospectively registered
Protocol
Statistical analysis plan
Results
Individual participant data

Plain English summary of protocol

Background and study aims
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormone problem in young women and, as a result of it, they can experience irregular periods, reduced fertility, acne and increased body hair. Research suggests that they could have a higher risk of diabetes, because of their increased weight and also because they seem to have higher insulin levels. There is also the concern that there is an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (hypertension, heart attack, and stroke). Research shows that an increasing number of illnesses have a genetic element. Diabetes, asthma, certain heart conditions are now thought to have a genetic component. Early research suggests that PCOS might have a genetic component as well. We are comparing patients with polycystic ovary syndrome to women without polycystic ovary syndrome who are premenopausal.

Who can participate?
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome as well as healthy women are invited to participate.

What does the study involve?
The study includes two visits to Diabetes research centre, Hull Royal Infirmary. You will be requested to fill questionnaires as well as blood (approx 7 tablespoons of blood sample will be taken), urine, saliva and sebum will be collected. We will also arrange for ultrasound examination as well as tests to check the function of blood vessels.

What are the possible benefits and risks of participating?
For most people needle punctures for blood draws do not cause any serious problems. Some people feel faint, and there may be some pain and bruising (or, very rarely, infection) where the needle goes in. Please, let us know if you have had a problem in the past. The study will not bring direct benefits to you, but the information we get from this study may help to reduce the risks of heart attacks and stroke in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome. Your contribution and participation in this study will advance the knowledge on the causes of PCOS and related conditions including obesity and type 2 diabetes which could be helpful for the development of treatments or preventive measures.

Where is the study run from?
The study is conducted in Clinical Research Unit, Michael White Diabetes Centre, Hull Royal Infirmary, Hull, UK

When is study starting and how long is it expected to run for?
The study started in 2011 and we plan to recruit by 2013.

Who is funding the study?
This study is supported by a grant from Hull York Medical School

Who is the main contact?
Dr Thozhukat Sathyapalan
thozhukat.sathyapalan@hyms.ac.uk

Contact information

Dr Thozhukat Sathyapalan
Scientific

Michael White Diabetes Centre
Hull Royal Infirmary
220-236 Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2RW
United Kingdom

Study information

Study designObservational cohort study
Primary study designObservational
Secondary study designCohort study
Study setting(s)Other
Study typeScreening
Participant information sheet Not available in web format, please use the contact details below to request a patient information sheet
Scientific titleGenetic database of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome and healthy women: a cohort study
Study objectivesThis is a database for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and control women for genomic studies and elucidating biological pathways underlying the development of the PCOS phenotype and to identify the genetic factors associated with the increased cardiovascular risk that these patients have.
Ethics approval(s)Ethics approval granted by Newcastle 1 REC, UK, 10/01/2012, ref: 10/H0906/17
Health condition(s) or problem(s) studiedPolycystic ovay syndrome
InterventionAll subjects will be asked to arrive fasting in the morning. Informed consent will be taken. Blood, saliva, sebum and urine samples will be collected during the follicular phase of menstrual cycle if the cycles are regular. All subjects will be asked to fill out a questionnaire. Subjects will then undergo further history, physical exam and laboratory exams. All the samples and data including history as well as questionnaires will be stored securely linked anonymised. Transvaginal / transabdominal ultrasound and endo PAT as well as blood samples will be done in a seperate visit. Consent will be taken to contact back the patient if needed in the future for follow up.
Intervention typeOther
Primary outcome measureCardiovascular risk will be assessed by lipid profile, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), 75g oral glucose tolerance test, HOMA and endo PAT
Secondary outcome measures1. Genetic polymorphism: DNA samples will be extracted and studied for genetic polymorphisms
2. Hormonal parameters including free androgen index, Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS), androstenedione and 17OH progesterone will be measured
3. Quality of life will be assessed using questionnaires including PCOS QoL questionnaire
Overall study start date01/10/2011
Completion date01/01/2013

Eligibility

Participant type(s)Mixed
Age groupAdult
Lower age limit18 Years
SexFemale
Target number of participants500
Key inclusion criteria1. PCOS subjects as per Rotterdam criteria
2. Age 18 to– 40 years

Inclusion criteria - controls
1. Aged 18 to 40 years
2. Regular menstrual cycles 21 to– 35 days
3. No clinical or biochemical evidence of hyperandrogenemia
4. Normal thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and prolactin
5. No first degree relatives having polycystic ovary syndrome
Key exclusion criteria1. Non-classical 21-hydroxylase deficiency
2. Hyperprolactinaemia
3. Cushing’'s disease
4. Androgen-secreting tumours
Date of first enrolment01/10/2011
Date of final enrolment01/01/2013

Locations

Countries of recruitment

  • England
  • United Kingdom

Study participating centre

Michael White Diabetes Centre
Hull
HU3 2RW
United Kingdom

Sponsor information

Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust (UK)
Hospital/treatment centre

Mr James Illingworth
R&D Manager
Research & Development Department
Hull & East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
2nd Floor Daisy Building
Castle Hill Hospital
Cottingham
East Yorkshire
Hull
HU16 5JQ
England
United Kingdom

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Funders

Funder type

University/education

Hull York Medical School (HYMS) (UK) - Pump Priming Grant

No information available

Results and Publications

Intention to publish date
Individual participant data (IPD) Intention to shareNo
IPD sharing plan summaryNot provided at time of registration
Publication and dissemination planNot provided at time of registration
IPD sharing plan

Study outputs

Output type Details Date created Date added Peer reviewed? Patient-facing?
Results article results 19/11/2015 Yes No
Results article results 01/12/2017 Yes No
HRA research summary 28/06/2023 No No

Editorial Notes

13/02/2018: Publication reference added.
26/11/2015: no publications found on PubMed.