Parathyroid surgery and mobility in older adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at whether removing overactive parathyroid glands (parathyroidectomy) helps older adults move better and feel stronger. It is for people 60 and older with high calcium levels who are having the surgery at UF Health.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older.
- You have high calcium levels in your blood from overactive parathyroid glands (primary hyperparathyroidism).
- You are scheduled for parathyroid surgery at UF Health.
- You haven't had major surgery, a heart attack, stroke, or blood transfusion in the past few months.
- You do not need dialysis for kidney failure or have severe vision/hearing problems.
- You haven't taken certain bone-strengthening drugs in the past month.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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