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Descriptive Study of Recombinant Human Insulin-Like Growth Factor for Osteoporosis in Werner's Syndrome

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Werner's Syndrome
Registration Number
NCT00004815
Lead Sponsor
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Brief Summary

OBJECTIVES:

I. Assess the safety and efficacy of recombinant human insulin-like growth factor 1 in a patient with Werner's syndrome and osteoporosis.

Detailed Description

PROTOCOL OUTLINE: The patient receives subcutaneous recombinant human insulin-like growth factor 1 daily for 7 months. The dose is adjusted according to the serum hormone level and biological markers of bone turnover.

Concurrent therapy includes a metabolic diet, calcium citrate, and estradiol.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
1
Inclusion Criteria

Not provided

Exclusion Criteria

Not provided

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
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Secondary Outcome Measures
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