Provocative Testing Using LHRH and hCG of the Pituitary-Gonadal Axis in Persons With Spinal Cord Injury.
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2007-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
There is evidence that has shown that serum testosterone levels are low in persons with
chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). The question arises as to whether the defect in
testosterone production is from the hypothalamic pituitary system (part of the brain that
plays a role in testosterone release) or from the male testes. Studies to date are
inconclusive. This study, will examine if persons with SCI has a normal hormonal regulation
of the male hormone testosterone in comparison to persons who are able-bodied. This will help
understand the physical and metabolic changes that occur in persons with SCI.
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
US Department of Veterans Affairs VA Office of Research and Development