Stroke survivors face hidden bone risk – new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07228611
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares bone density in 84 stroke patients at different recovery stages (1 week to 6 months, or over 1 year) to understand osteoporosis risk. Researchers will also look at factors like muscle strength and vitamin D levels. The goal is to identify high-risk patients who may need treatment to prevent fractures.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors identify stroke patients at highest risk for osteoporosis, leading to earlier treatment and fewer fractures.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study with only 84 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke patients. It does not test a new treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
RECRUITINGAnkara, Yenimahalle, 06010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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