Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 10:46 PM
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2025-12-24 @ 10:46 PM
NCT ID:
NCT00223769
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of oxandrolone on the function and quality of life of patients with chronic spinal cord injury.
Detailed Description:
Spinal cord injury results in significant loss of muscle mass. Oxandrolone, a derivative of testosterone, is an anabolic steroid shown to promote gain in body weight and muscle mass after trauma, severe illness, surgery, burns, and stress. To date there are no studies that have evaluated the effect of oxandrolone in persons with chronic spinal cord injury. This study will assess the effect of oxandrolone on strength, metabolic rate, lean body mass, pulmonary function, and ambulation in persons with chronic SCI. This study has the potential to yield valuable information concerning the use of oxandrolone after SCI.
Study:
NCT00223769
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00223769