Differential Plasma MicroRNA Profiles in ED and Normal Erectile Function in Older Males

April 10, 2013 updated by: Feng Pan, Nanjing Medical University
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is strongly associated with aging. With the rapidly expanding aging population and the increase in life expectancy, an increase in the prevalence of ED is expected in the years to come. Currently, the mechanism of ED is not fully understood. MicroRNAs (MiRNA) are endogenous small RNA molecules that control gene expression post-transcriptionally. It has been included in many in vitro physiology and pathophysiology processes, which also involved in the process of ED. This research was designed to investigate the differential plasma MiRNA profiles in ED and normal erectile function in older males. The results might tell us which MiRNA and how did it involved in the process of ED in aging.

Study Overview

Status

Unknown

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Anticipated)

30

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

  • China
    • Jiangsu
      • Nanjing, Jiangsu, China, 210000
        • Recruiting
        • Nanjing Gulou Hospital affiliated to Nanjing University, Medical School
        • Contact:
          • Yutian Dai, Doctor
          • Phone Number: 0086-25-52227777

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

20 years to 80 years (Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

Male

Sampling Method

Probability Sample

Study Population

Group I: older males came to our clinic for diagnosis and treatment of ED. Group II: older males came to our clinic for physical examination and the erectile function was normal.

Group III: young males came to our clinic for physical examination and the erectile function was normal.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • older males with erectile dysfunction

Exclusion Criteria:

  • have some other general diseases, e.g. hypertension, vascular diseases, depression, chronic kidney disease, diabetes.

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

  • Observational Models: Case-Control
  • Time Perspectives: Cross-Sectional

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Group I
Older males with ED
Other: Take blood
Group II
Older males with normal erectile function
Other: Take blood
Gourp III
Young males with normal rectile function
Other: Take blood

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Gene chips
Time Frame: 30 days
30 days

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
RT-PCR
Time Frame: 15 days
15 days

Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

Nanjing Medical University

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

March 1, 2013

Primary Completion (Anticipated)

July 1, 2013

Study Completion (Anticipated)

August 1, 2013

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

April 9, 2013

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

April 10, 2013

First Posted (Estimate)

April 11, 2013

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

April 11, 2013

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

April 10, 2013

Last Verified

April 1, 2013

More Information

Terms related to this study

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • NJU2013024
  • 2013024 (Other Identifier: Nanjing University, Medical School)

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