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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT06318169

NCT06318169 A Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Pegozafermin in Participants With MASH and Fibrosis (ENLIGHTEN-Fibrosis)

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NCT ID NCT06318169
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor 89bio, Inc.
Condition Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Fibrosis
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 1,350 participants
Start Date 2024-03-13
Primary Completion 2029-02

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 80 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
PegozaferminPlacebo

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 1,350 participants in total. It began in 2024-03-13 with a primary completion date of 2029-02.

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Brief Summary

The study will assess the efficacy and safety of 2 dose regimens of pegozafermin compared to placebo for the treatment of liver fibrosis stage F2 or F3 in adult participants with MASH.

Eligibility Criteria

Key Inclusion Criteria: * Males or non-pregnant females aged between 18 and 80 years (inclusive) at time of signing the informed consent form (ICF) * Biopsy-confirmed MASH with fibrosis stage F2 or F3 * Body mass index (BMI) at screening ≥25.0 kilograms (kg)/meters squared (m\^2) (≥23 kg/m\^2 for Asian participants). Key Exclusion Criteria: * Chronic liver diseases other than MASH * Evidence of cirrhosis on screening liver biopsy * Have type 1 diabetes or poorly controlled type 2 diabetes * Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) or aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≥250 units per liter (U/L) * Participants taking vitamin E (\>400 international units \[IU\]/day) or pioglitazone must be on stable dose for at least 6 months prior to Screening Other inclusion and exclusion criteria may apply.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Reference Study ID Number: BIO89-100-131 ENLIGHTEN clinical trial / No attachments to email below.

✉ global-roche-genentech-trials@gene.com

📞 888-662-6728 (U.S. Only)

Principal Investigator

Clinical Trials

STUDY DIRECTOR

89bio, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06318169 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 80 Years, studying Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Fibrosis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06318169 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 1,350 participants.

Is NCT06318169 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06318169 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at global-roche-genentech-trials@gene.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06318169 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Birmingham, United States, Chandler, United States, Flagstaff, United States, Glendale, United States and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06318169 clinical trial?

NCT06318169 is sponsored by 89bio, Inc.. The principal investigator is Clinical Trials at 89bio, Inc.. The trial plans to enroll 1,350 participants.

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