Clinical Trial: Effect of the Enteric Hormone Glucagon-Like Peptide (GLP-2) on the Intestinal Blood Flow in Patients With Short Bowel Syndrome
Study Status: Recruiting
Recruit Status: Unknown status
Study Type: Interventional
Official Title: GLP-2 Mediated Increased SMA Blood Flow in Patients With Short Bowel Syndrome
Brief Summary: The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of the enteric hormone Glucagon-like Peptide (GLP-2) on patients with short bowel syndrome
Detailed Summary: previous studies have shown that GLP-2 increases mesenteric blow flow, we wish to examine the effect of subcutaneus GLP-2 on patients with short bowl syndrome. The patients will single blinded been given 450 nmol GLP-2 and isotonic saline in order to act as their own reference.
Sponsor: Glostrup University Hospital, Copenhagen
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Information By: Glostrup University Hospital, Copenhagen
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Date Received: May 5, 2008
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Last Updated: May 6, 2008
Last Verified: May 2008