Study of the Prevalence of Endogenous Hypercortisolism in Patients With Resistant Hypertension (M… (NCT06829537) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Study of the Prevalence of Endogenous Hypercortisolism in Patients With Resistant Hypertension (MOMENTUM)
United States1,143 participantsStarted 2025-03-28
Plain-language summary
This is a non-interventional study to assess the prevalence of endogenous hypercortisolism (eHC) in patients with resistant hypertension (rHTN) and will enroll approximately 1000 patients at approximately 45 sites in the United States (US).
Each patient will have an initial visit for screening. After eligibility is confirmed, a limited exam will be performed and demographic and medical history will be collected. Non-fasting labs and a urine collection will also be done. A second visit will be a fasting blood draw at 8 AM after taking 1 mg of dexamethasone the night before at 11 PM. Cortisol level and study labs will also be collected.
After the lab results are obtained, a third visit will be scheduled only for patients with eHC and will include a non-fasting blood draw at 8 AM and scheduling of a non-contrast CT scan.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Each patient must meet all of the following criteria to be enrolled in the study:
* Signed and dated Institutional Review Board (IRB)-approved informed consent form (ICF) prior to any study-specific screening procedures.
* Male/female patients must be 18 years or older at the time of signing the informed consent.
* Meet either of the following criteria:
* Has rHTN, defined by the American Heart Association as BP above target (systolic ≥ 130 mmHg for purposes of this study) despite concurrent use of 3 or more antihypertensive medications from different classes at their maximally tolerated doses, and 1 of these agents is a diuretic.
* Or, has rHTN, defined by the American Heart Association as SBP at target or above target requiring concurrent use of 4 or more antihypertensive medications of different classes.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients who meet any of the following criteria will not be permitted entry to the study:
* White coat hypertension, ie, elevated BP in the office only, as determined by the Investigator.
* Non-adherence to BP medications, as determined by the Investigator.
* Systemic glucocorticoid medications exposure (excluding inhalers or topical) within 3 months of screening. For temporary exposures to oral glucocorticoids the Medical Monitor may be consulted to determine eligibility.
* Has an historical estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) \< 30.
* Has severe untreated sleep apnea as determined by the Investigator.
* Has excessive…
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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To assess the prevalence of endogenous hypercortisolism in a population with resistant hypertension.
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of the study which is approximately 4 weeks.