Testosterone and Growth Hormone for Bone Loss in Men
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2010-09-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Deficiency of testosterone, growth hormone, or both hormones can result in osteoporosis. If
either hormone is replaced, the condition of the bones improves. The purpose of this study is
to determine if dual hormone treatment for men deficient in testosterone and growth hormone
improves bone structure more than testosterone treatment alone.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University of Pennsylvania
Collaborator:
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)