Trial Information
Summary: Recruiting men with pituitary disease who have testosterone and growth hormone deficiencies.
Both testosterone and growth hormone individually improve bone
density in men who have deficiencies of these hormones. The purpose
of this research study is to determine if the combination of
testosterone and growth hormone improves bone structure more than
testosterone alone.
Thirteen outpatient visits over a 2-year period are required.
Bone structure will be evaluated three times (at the beginning,
after 12 months, and after 24 months). Three kinds of tests will be
performed: DEXA, MRI and p-QCT. All three are non-invasive tests of
bone quality and low risk.
By participating in this study you will learn more about the
health of your bones and other aspects of your health. Reports will
be provided to you and to any physician you wish. The study covers
the cost of all study procedures and medications.
Study Criteria:
- Be male and over 18 years of age
- Have documented pituitary disease
- Be deficient in testosterone and growth hormone
- Have not taken growth hormone or testosterone within the past
two years
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Contact:
Helen Peachey, RN, Research Coordinator
University of Pennsylvania Health System
Department of Endocrinology
778 Clinical Research Bldg.
415 Curie Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Telephone: 215-898-5664
Fax: 215-573-5809
Email:
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Trial listings updated: June 1, 2008 at 5:44:04 AM