Checking pesticide levels in thyroid tissue during surgery
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at levels of chlordecone (a pesticide) in body tissues during thyroid surgery. It may help understand how this chemical affects thyroid health in Guadeloupe.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 years or older)
- You are having surgery for a thyroid condition at Guadeloupe University Hospital
- You are covered by health insurance (social security)
- You can give written permission (consent) to take part
- You are not currently pregnant
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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