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NCT03868592 Long-term, Substantial Weight Loss and Insulin Regulation of Lipolysis

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NCT ID NCT03868592
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Mayo Clinic
Condition Obesity, Morbid
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 30 participants
Start Date 2019-08-01
Primary Completion 2027-05

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Gastric sleeve/bariatric surgery

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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.

This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2019-08-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-05.

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Brief Summary

It is not known how much improvement in insulin regulated lipolysis (the breakdown of triglycerides) occurs following substantial, sustained weight loss. Researchers will test the effects of inflammation and lipolysis regulation in people before and after bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) to answer these questions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * BMI 40 - 50 kg/m2. * Mo active physical illness that would interfere with mobility or weight loss after bariatric surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis or fasting plasma glucose ≥126 mg/dL * Active coronary artery disease * Participation in structured exercise (\>2 times per week for 30 minutes or longer) * Smoking * Medications known to affect adipose tissue metabolism (e.g., beta blockers, corticosteroids) * Renal insufficiency (serum creatinine \> 1.5mg/dl) * Chronic active liver disease (Bilirubin \> 17mmol/L, AST \> 144 IU/L, or ALT\>165IU/L) * Pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Contact & Investigator

Principal Investigator

Michael D Jensen, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Mayo Clinic

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT03868592 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Obesity, Morbid. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT03868592 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT03868592 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Mayo Clinic to inquire about joining.

Where is the NCT03868592 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Rochester, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT03868592 clinical trial?

NCT03868592 is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. The principal investigator is Michael D Jensen, MD at Mayo Clinic. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.

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