Early Effects of Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) on the Proximal Femur
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2015-08-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Teriparatide is a potent osteoporosis medication that helps prevent fractures, however, the
investigators know little about its effect on the hip. The investigators will evaluate hip
bone samples from patients treated with teriparatide before undergoing hip replacement. The
information will help us understand how teriparatide might help reduce hip fracture risk.
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Health Research, Inc.
Collaborators:
Hospital for Special Surgery, New York National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)