Parathyroid surgery may boost mobility in seniors
NCT ID NCT07103876
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether removing the parathyroid gland can improve physical function and mobility in adults aged 60 and older with primary hyperparathyroidism. Researchers will track changes in walking, strength, and daily activity before and after surgery, and analyze blood samples for clues. The goal is to gather evidence that could guide future treatments and potentially expand the use of this surgery for older patients.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- parathyroidectomy (surgical removal of the parathyroid gland)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that parathyroid surgery improves mobility and quality of life in older adults, potentially expanding who might benefit from the procedure.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. It is also small (80 people) and early-stage, so results may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
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Clinical and Translational Research Building
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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