Idiopathic Anemia of Aging (IAA)

August 28, 2008 updated by: National Institute on Aging (NIA)

Pilot Study of Epoetin Alfa in Idiopathic Anemia of Aging (IAA)

The purpose of this trial is to examine whether Epoetin Alfa, a hormone stimulating production of red blood cells, can reverse idiopathic anemia.

Study Overview

Status

Terminated

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

As individuals become older, the frequency of anemia increases. While the cause of anemia in many cases can be determined and corrected, in a number of individuals there is no correctable cause found and the patient must live with their anemia. This is known as idiopathic anemia, and can have serious consequences for the individual. Numerous studies have demonstrated that anemia is associated with loss of energy and stamina, causing individuals to decrease their activities, which adversely affects both their sense of well-being as well as their physical strength. Losses in these areas are associated with the clinical manifestations of frailty.

The current pilot study will examine whether or not administration of Epoetin Alfa, a hormone stimulating production of red blood cells, can reverse this type of anemia. We will examine the consequences of reversing the anemia in terms of physical strength and function, cardiovascular function and sense of well-being and mental function.

In this study, individuals with anemia will be treated for six months with Epoetin Alfa following the correction of their anemia and measurements done to evaluate physical strength, performance, cardiac, mental and kidney function. At the end of treatment, individuals will be followed for an additional six months to determine whether the anemia recurs and physical function decreases.

Participation in this study is voluntary. All testing and medication received are free to the participant.

Study Type

Interventional

Phase

  • Phase 2

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • United States
    • Maryland
      • Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21225
        • Harbor Hospital

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

70 years and older (Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • 70 years of age or older
  • Diagnosed with anemia
  • Hemoglobin level less than or equal to 11
  • Able to perform most activities of daily living without restriction

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of serious heart, liver or kidney disease
  • Cancer treated within the last year except for skin cancer (excluding melanoma)
  • Problems with your immune system
  • Received Epoetin Alfa within the last year

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Non-Randomized

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Response of Anemia

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
To determine if there is a beneficial effect of quality of life, cognitive function, and physical function.

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

National Institute on Aging (NIA)

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: William Ershler, MD, NIA, NIH

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

August 1, 2004

Primary Completion (Actual)

May 1, 2007

Study Completion (Actual)

May 1, 2007

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

February 23, 2005

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 23, 2005

First Posted (Estimate)

February 24, 2005

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

August 29, 2008

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

August 28, 2008

Last Verified

August 1, 2008

More Information

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Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • AG0014

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