WithdrawnPhase 4ACTRN12609000278235

The effect of zoledronate on cardiovascular protection in osteoporotic elderly patients who have suffered a hip fracture.

A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to determine the effect of zoledronate on endothelial dysfunction in osteoporotic elderly patients who have suffered a hip fracture


Sponsor

A/Prof. Gustavo Duque

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Jun 1, 2009

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

This is a one year study to identify the effect of Zoledronate on endothelial dysfunction, a marker or cardiovascular risk.


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 65 YearssMax Age: 100 Yearss

Inclusion Criteria2

  • - Diagnosis of osteoporosis based on bone mineral density (BMD)
  • - Previous history of hip fracture a year prior to the administration of the dose

Exclusion Criteria8

  • creatinine clearance < 35 ml/min
  • pre-existing hypocalcemia must be treated by adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D before therapy with zoledronic acid
  • active history of uveitis, iritis, or episcleritis
  • metastatic cancer or cancer diagnosed less than 2 years ago where treatment is still ongoing
  • History of diabetes mellitus
  • Active primary hyperparathyroidism
  • Hypothyroidism, not appropriately controlled with long-term thyroxine therapy
  • Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentrations <15 ng/L

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Interventions

Zoledronic acid 5 mg in 100 mL, intravenous, infused over 30 minutes, single dose.

Zoledronic acid 5 mg in 100 mL, intravenous, infused over 30 minutes, single dose.


Locations(1)

Australia

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