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A Pilot Study on Vitamin D Deficiency in Subjects With Chronic Hepatitis C Compared to Healthy Volunteers
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Sioux Falls |
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South Dakota |
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57105 |
| Conditions: |
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Chronic Hepatitis C |
| Purpose: |
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The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients
with chronic Hepatitis C compared to a matched control group of healthy individuals in the
Sioux Falls area. It is the hypothesis of this study that vitamin D deficiency is more
common in patients with chronic Hepatitis C compared to the healthy control group.
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| Study Summary: |
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In this study, we will measure vitamin D levels in patients with chronic Hepatitis C and
healthy individuals. This study will be important to assess vitamin D inadequacy in patients
with chronic Hepatitis C and healthy individuals in this area.
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| Criteria: |
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Inclusion Criteria for Study Group:
- Men and women between the ages of 25 and 55
- Diagnosis of chronic hepatitis C
Exclusion Criteria for Study Group:
- Taking a vitamin D supplement (by itself or as part of a multivitamin), a calcium
supplement and/or biphosphonates
- Has acute hepatitis C infection
- Has chronic hepatitis B infection
- Had gastric bypass surgery
- Has chronic kidney disease
Inclusion Criteria for Control Group:
- Men and women between the ages of 20 and 60
- Has a body mass index (BMI) between 20 and 35
Exclusion Criteria for Study Group:
- Taking a vitamin D supplement (by itself or as part of a multivitamin), a calcium
supplement and/or biphosphonates
- Has any significant illness or medical problem that is not under control or being
controlled by medication
- History of hepatitis or abnormal liver chemistry tests
- History of intravenous drug use
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| NCT ID: |
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NCT01274013 |
| Primary Contact: |
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Principal Investigator
Hesham Elgouhari, MD
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Vicki Munson, RN
Phone: (605) 322-3087
Email: vicki.munson@avera.org
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| Backup Contact: |
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Email: jayden.portice@avera.org
Jayden Portice
Phone: (605) 322-3054
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| Location Contact: |
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105
United States
Vicki Munson, RN
Phone: 605-322-3087
Email: vicki.munson@avera.org
Site Status: Recruiting |
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| Date Processed: |
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May 25, 2013 |
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