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NCT00183040 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2

HORMA: Hormonal Regulators of Muscle and Metabolism in Aging

A Phase 2 study of Frailty and Sarcopenia, sponsored by National Institute on Aging (NIA).

Completed
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
108
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

NCT00183040 is a Phase 2 study of Frailty and Sarcopenia that has completed, run by National Institute on Aging (NIA). The registered enrollment target is 108 participants, below the 1,504-participant average among 48 other Frailty trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 2 states.

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The verdict

NCT00183040, a Phase 2 study of Frailty and Sarcopenia, has completed, sponsored by National Institute on Aging (NIA).

COMPLETED
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
108 participants
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

Study Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship of deficiencies in testosterone and growth hormone to loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) and functional impairment during aging and whether there is an interaction of these two hormone systems in maintaining normal skeletal muscle mass and physical function.

Interventions

  • DRUG Recombinant human growth hormone
  • DRUG Topical testosterone

Study Locations (2)

Massachusetts

  • Tufts University - Boston

Missouri

  • Washington University School of Medicine - St Louis

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 108 participants
Start Date 2002-09
Est. Completion 2007-02
Phase Phase 2

Sponsor

National Institute on Aging (NIA)

131 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00183040

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00183040 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as Phase 2. The registered enrollment target is 108 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 1,504-participant average among 48 other Frailty trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower). The listed sponsor is National Institute on Aging (NIA), which has 131 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 3 conditions, with Frailty appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Recombinant human growth hormone is the first listed.

NCT00183040 reports 2 study locations spanning 2 distinct geographic areas - top geographies include Massachusetts, Missouri.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00183040 about?

NCT00183040 is a clinical study titled "HORMA: Hormonal Regulators of Muscle and Metabolism in Aging". The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship of deficiencies in testosterone and growth hormone to loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) and functional impairment during aging and whether there is an interaction of these two hormone systems in maintaining normal skeletal muscle mass and phy...

What is the current status of trial NCT00183040?

This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 108 participants. The study started on 2002-09. Estimated completion is 2007-02.

What conditions does trial NCT00183040 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Frailty, Sarcopenia, Muscle Weakness.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00183040?

The interventions under investigation include: Recombinant human growth hormone (DRUG), Topical testosterone (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00183040?

This trial is sponsored by National Institute on Aging (NIA), which has 131 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT00183040 being conducted?

This trial has 2 study locations across Massachusetts, Missouri. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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