Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone (GHRH) Treatment for Age-Related Sleep Disturbances
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · Nov 2, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of May 09, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
To examine the effects of synthetic growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) versus placebo on the sleep quality, 24-hour secretory pattern of growth hormone (GH), and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) concentrations of 40 healthy older men and 40 healthy older women on estrogen replacement therapy (ERT). To determine if augmenting the GH-IGF-1 axis can improve the objective sleep quality of the older population. To determine if treatment-related changes in sleep quality are correlated with changes in GH and/or IGF-1 concentrations.
Nearly 40% of the geriatric population complain of poor...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
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- Patients must have:
- • Age-related sleep impairment.
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- Required:
- • Estrogen replacement therapy for women.
About University Of Washington
The University of Washington (UW) is a leading academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a robust network of interdisciplinary teams, UW fosters collaboration among top-tier researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals, aiming to translate scientific discoveries into impactful treatments and interventions. The university is dedicated to ethical research practices and participant safety, ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory standards in all clinical trials. Through its state-of-the-art facilities and extensive expertise, UW strives to address pressing health challenges and improve patient outcomes on a local and global scale.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Michael Vitiello, PhD
Principal Investigator
UW
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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