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Feasibility of Bisphosphonate Use on Sleeve Gastrectomy Associated Bone Loss: Healthy Body, Healthy Bones Trial
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Zoledronic Acid 5 mg/Bag 100 ml Inj and Placebos for Bariatric Surgery Candidate and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 10 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
One in three adults in the United States suffers from obesity. Bariatric surgery is an increasingly utilized and effective treatment for obesity and obesity-related comorbidities, however, the massive weight loss associated with bariatric surgery adversely affects bone leads to an increased risk of fracture. Bisphosphonate medications, such as zoledronic acid, are used to treat bone loss in patients with osteoporosis, and this study investigates whether this medication can prevent bone loss associated with surgical weight loss procedures.
Study Details
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Interventions
Zoledronic acid infusion
Saline infusion