Effects of Nutritional Supplementation on Protein and Energy Homeostasis in Malnourished Chronic Hemodialysis Patients
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2006-08-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The goal of this study is to evaluate the metabolic effects of concomitant use of three
consecutive doses of recombinant human growth hormone over three days and exercise during
continuous nutrient infusion in chronic hemodialysis patients. We would also like to evaluate
the metabolic effects of nutritional supplementation alone without the additional anabolic
strategies.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt University Medical Center