Study of childhood weight and early puberty development
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study follows children to see how body weight changes relate to when puberty starts and how it progresses. It may help doctors better understand healthy growth patterns during childhood.
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Who can take part
- Be older than 6 years old
- Be in grade 1, 2, or 3
- Attend a primary school in Zhongshan, Qufu, or Huhhot, starting since 2019
- Have no history of hormone medicines used for 6 months or longer for weight-related issues
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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