UMIN-CTR Clinical Trial

Unique ID issued by UMIN UMIN000055753
Receipt number R000063719
Scientific Title Energy Requirements in Patients with Sarcopenia
Date of disclosure of the study information 2025/03/31
Last modified on 2024/10/06 10:43:31

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Basic information

Public title

Energy Requirements in Patients with Sarcopenia

Acronym

Energy Requirements in Patients with Sarcopenia

Scientific Title

Energy Requirements in Patients with Sarcopenia

Scientific Title:Acronym

Energy Requirements in Patients with Sarcopenia

Region

Japan


Condition

Condition

Patients with Sarcopenia

Classification by specialty

Not applicable

Classification by malignancy

Others

Genomic information

NO


Objectives

Narrative objectives1

Clarification of total energy expenditure in patients with pre-sarcopenia and sarcopenia

Basic objectives2

Others

Basic objectives -Others

To identify background factors in patients with sarcopenia, such as levels of physical functions and blood items related to sarcopenia, intake of various nutrients and physical activity.

Trial characteristics_1


Trial characteristics_2


Developmental phase



Assessment

Primary outcomes

Total energy expenditure under unrestricted living conditions

Key secondary outcomes

Physical function, blood marker levels related to sarcopenia, nutrient intake, and physical activity level


Base

Study type

Observational


Study design

Basic design


Randomization


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Dynamic allocation


Institution consideration


Blocking


Concealment



Intervention

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Eligibility

Age-lower limit

60 years-old <=

Age-upper limit

85 years-old >

Gender

Male and Female

Key inclusion criteria

Individuals aged between 60 and under 85 years old who can provide written informed consent.
Those suspected to have pre-sarcopenia or sarcopenia.
Those who can live independently (able to walk and do household chores alone).

Key exclusion criteria

Individuals unable to undergo cognitive function tests.
Individuals deemed unsuitable by the principal investigator or responsible researcher.

Target sample size

60


Research contact person

Name of lead principal investigator

1st name Yasuki
Middle name
Last name Higaki

Organization

Fukuoka University

Division name

Faculty of Sports and Health Science

Zip code

814-0180

Address

8-19-1, Nanakuma, Jonan-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka, 814-0180, Japan

TEL

092-871-6631

Email

higaki@fukuoka-u.ac.jp


Public contact

Name of contact person

1st name Yoichi
Middle name
Last name Hatamoto

Organization

National Institute of Health and Nutrition National Institutes of Biomedical Innovation,

Division name

Department of Nutrition and metabolism

Zip code

5660002

Address

3-17 Senrigaokashinmachi, Settsu, Osaka, 566-0002,1-23-1 Toyama, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 162-8636, Japan

TEL

06-6384-1120

Homepage URL


Email

yhatamoto@nibiohn.go.jp


Sponsor or person

Institute

Fukuoka University

Institute

Department

Personal name



Funding Source

Organization

Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development

Organization

Division

Category of Funding Organization

Japanese Governmental office

Nationality of Funding Organization



Other related organizations

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Name of secondary funder(s)



IRB Contact (For public release)

Organization

same as above

Address

7-45-1, Nanakuma, Jonan-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka, 814-0180, Japan

Tel

092-801-1011(3193)

Email

fumed-ethics@fukuoka-u.ac.jp


Secondary IDs

Secondary IDs

NO

Study ID_1


Org. issuing International ID_1


Study ID_2


Org. issuing International ID_2


IND to MHLW



Institutions

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Other administrative information

Date of disclosure of the study information

2025 Year 03 Month 31 Day


Related information

URL releasing protocol


Publication of results

Unpublished


Result

URL related to results and publications


Number of participants that the trial has enrolled


Results


Results date posted


Results Delayed


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Baseline Characteristics


Participant flow


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Progress

Recruitment status

Open public recruiting

Date of protocol fixation

2024 Year 08 Month 08 Day

Date of IRB

2024 Year 08 Month 08 Day

Anticipated trial start date

2024 Year 09 Month 10 Day

Last follow-up date

2027 Year 03 Month 31 Day

Date of closure to data entry


Date trial data considered complete


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Other

Other related information

Study Overview: Energy Expenditure in Sarcopenia Patients Using the Doubly Labeled Water Method

Introduction
Sarcopenia, characterized by the progressive loss of muscle mass and strength, is a significant health issue among older adults. It leads to impaired physical function, reduced quality of life, and increased risks of falls and fractures, often resulting in higher healthcare costs. While nutritional therapy plays a critical role in the prevention and management of sarcopenia, there is limited data on optimal energy intake levels for these patients. This study seeks to address this gap by determining the total energy expenditure (TEE) in pre-sarcopenia and sarcopenia patients using the doubly labeled water (DLW) method, which is the gold standard for measuring energy expenditure in free-living conditions.

Objectives
The primary objective is to clarify the TEE in sarcopenia patients under unrestricted living conditions. Secondary outcomes include exploring relationships between TEE and factors like physical function, nutrient intake, and physical activity.

Study Design
This is a multicenter, observational study conducted across institutions, including Fukuoka University and the National Institute of Health and Nutrition. The study involves participants aged 60 to 85 years who are diagnosed with pre-sarcopenia or sarcopenia. A total of 60 participants will be recruited.

Methods
Doubly Labeled Water (DLW) Method
Participants will consume water labeled with stable isotopes of hydrogen and oxygen. By measuring the rate at which these isotopes are excreted through urine, researchers can accurately calculate the TEE over a 14-day period. This method provides a highly reliable estimate of energy expenditure under real-life conditions.


Management information

Registered date

2024 Year 10 Month 06 Day

Last modified on

2024 Year 10 Month 06 Day



Link to view the page

Value
https://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000063719