Turner Syndrome — Research Summary
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5 Most Recent Research Articles
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Transdermal versus oral hormone replacement therapy and bone mass density in Turner syndrome patients: a pilot study.
Widmann Katalin et al. — Gynecological endocrinology : the official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology (31 December 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42351362/
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Diabetes in Turner syndrome: a distinct entity demanding specific therapeutic strategies.
Álvarez-Nava Francisco — Gynecological endocrinology : the official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology (31 December 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41556336/
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The biology and clinical aspects of female infertility.
Madjunkov Mitko et al. — Systems biology in reproductive medicine (1 December 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41528185/
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Unmasking Turner Syndrome Via a Short Fourth Metacarpal in a Pediatric Wrist Injury.
O'Grady Aoife et al. — Journal of pediatrics. Clinical practice (1 October 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42305405/
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Model-based somapacitan dosing and IGF-I response in children born SGA or with ISS, Noonan or Turner syndromes.
Desrochers Julie et al. — Journal of the Endocrine Society (1 July 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42369274/
Clinical Trials — Currently Recruiting (Australia)
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A Basket Study of Vosoritide in Children With Turner Syndrome, Short Stature Homeobox-Containing Gene Deficiency, and Noonan Syndrome With Inadequate Growth During or After Human Growth Hormone Treatment
Recruiting — Phase 2 — BioMarin Pharmaceutical
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06668805
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Turner Syndrome
Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition affecting females, caused by a missing or partially missing X chromosome. It causes short stature, infertility, heart defects, and kidney abnormalities. Growth hormone therapy and oestrogen replacement are standard treatments. Cardiovascular monitoring is lifelong.
Most Recent Research
OBJECTIVE: Women with Turner syndrome (TS) are at increased risk of reduced bone mineral density (BMD) due to primary ovarian insufficiency. This study aimed to assess longitudinal changes in BMD in TS patients receiving oral or transdermal hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and to identify factors associated with bone density decline. METHODS: This retrospective pilot study included 40 TS patients treated with oral or transdermal estradiol. The median age was 22 years in both the transdermal (20-30) and oral (20-27) groups. Median BMI was 23.1 (21.1-25.5) and 25.4 (22.1-29.1), respectively. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) of the lumbar spine and femoral neck was performed at baseline and follow-up. The primary outcome was the t-score at both sites. Univariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to identify factors associated with declining t-scores. RESULTS: At baseline, 38.3% of patients had osteopenia, and 3.3% had osteoporosis. During follow-up, a decline in t-scores at at-least one skeletal site was observed in 47.5% of patients. No significant differences were found between oral and transdermal estradiol therapy regarding absolute t-scores, t-score changes, or the proportion of patients with declining t-scores (all p > 0.05). In multivariable analysis, lower vitamin D levels at follow-up were independently associated with declining t-scores. CONCLUSIONS: In TS patients, the route of estradiol administration did not significantly affect long-term BMD outcomes. Despite HRT, a substantial proportion of patients experienced bone loss. Vitamin D status has emerged as the most relevant modifiable factor associated with declining BMD, highlighting the need for bone health management beyond HRT.
Common Questions
What is Turner Syndrome?
Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition affecting females, caused by a missing or partially missing X chromosome. It causes short stature, infertility, heart defects, and kidney abnormalities. Growth hormone therapy and oestrogen replacement are standard treatments. Cardiovascular monitoring is lifelong.
How many clinical trials are available for Turner Syndrome?
RareWays currently indexes 108 clinical trials for Turner Syndrome, of which 28 are actively recruiting. Trial availability changes as new studies are registered — check the trials tab for current status.
Where does the research data for Turner Syndrome come from?
RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is updated regularly by Rocky, RareWays' automated research engine. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.
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