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Compares treatment options for Osteoporosis Diagnosis
Official title Bone Evaluation by Ultrasound Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry (REMS) vs Dual X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06371755
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Bone Density Evaluation by means of the Ultrasound Technology Named Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry (REMS) in Comparison With DXA Technique. Clinical Center involved in the study:IRCCS Orthopedic institute Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio The clinical study will evaluate the intra- and inter-operator repeatability of the REMS,(Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry) ultrasound diagnostic technology implemented in the EchoStation device (Echolight Spa, Lecce) and the diagnostic accuracy in comparison with DXA (used as standard reference).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 30 to 80, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- patients scheduled for lumbar and/or femoral DXA examination,
- female sex,
- age range 30-80 years (for repeatability study), age range 50-70 years (for accuracy study),
- absence of severe obesity (BMI \< 40 kg/m2),
- absence of severe walking difficulties,
You likely can't join if
- Male sex,
- severe walking difficulties,
- age below 30 years or over 80 years,
- severe obesity (BMI \> 40 kg/m2),
- declared pregnancy.
See the full eligibility criteria
- patients scheduled for lumbar and/or femoral DXA examination,
- female sex,
- age range 30-80 years (for repeatability study), age range 50-70 years (for accuracy study),
- absence of severe obesity (BMI \< 40 kg/m2),
- absence of severe walking difficulties,
- cognitive underwriting of informed consent.
- Male sex,
- severe walking difficulties,
- age below 30 years or over 80 years,
- severe obesity (BMI \> 40 kg/m2),
- declared pregnancy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Milan, MI, Italy
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 30 years to 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Milan, MI, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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