Treatment of Calcium Deficiency in Young Women
Launched by CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY · Nov 3, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of May 14, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This is a randomized, controlled trial of calcium carbonate supplementation (1500 milligrams per day) in third-decade women with low calcium-to-protein intakes. We accept women aged 19-27 on the basis of good health and the 7-day food diary demonstrating a dietary calcium-to-protein ratio (in milligrams:grams) that does not exceed 13. The outcome variable is the change in BMD at hip, total body, forearm, and spine. Treatment lasts for 3 years. We expect that bone mass will increase in both groups but will increase to a greater extent in the calcium-supplemented group than in the nonsuppleme...
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Women in good health
- • Dietary calcium-to-protein ratio (in mg:g, as assessed by 7-day food diary) does not exceed 13
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Smoking
- • Pregnancy
- • Lactation
- • Endocrine disease
About Creighton University
Creighton University is a distinguished institution dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. As a clinical trial sponsor, Creighton University leverages its robust academic resources and commitment to evidence-based practices to explore new treatment modalities and improve patient outcomes. The university's interdisciplinary approach fosters collaboration among healthcare professionals, researchers, and students, ensuring that clinical trials are conducted with the highest ethical standards and scientific rigor. By prioritizing participant safety and engagement, Creighton University aims to contribute significantly to the body of medical knowledge and enhance the quality of care within the community and beyond.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Robert P. Heaney, MD
Principal Investigator
Creighton University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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