Status:
COMPLETED
Preventing Loss of Weight, Fat Free Mass and Activities of Daily Living
Lead Sponsor:
University of Aarhus
Conditions:
Hip Fracture
Arthrosis
Eligibility:
All Genders
65+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Malnutrition of elder orthopaedic patients leads to weight loss and loss of fat free mass. Changes in the individual's nutritional status and body composition may adversely affect the patient's postop...
Detailed Description
Malnutrition of elder orthopaedic patients leads to weight loss and loss of fat free mass. Changes in the individual's nutritional status and body composition may adversely affect the patient's postop...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Aged 65 and above admitted either for elective hip- or knee replacement or acute with a fractured hip were allocated to the study. Patients included in the study were to stay in hospital for more than 7 days and agree on coming to the outpatient clinic for a follow-up four months after surgery.
Exclusion
- Patients who refused to participate, patients were not able to understand the instructions,or received dietary treatment due to DM. Patients who suffered from cancer, gastrointestinal disorders or were undergoing steroid treatment. In addition, patients who were unable to participate due to serious heart disorders; or were transferred to intensive or cardiac units after surgery and did not return to the ward.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
November 1 1995
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
July 1 1998
Estimated Enrollment :
252 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00373971
Start Date
November 1 1995
End Date
July 1 1998
Last Update
September 8 2006
Active Locations (1)
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County hopital of Koge
Køge, Denmark, 4600