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NCT05618626 Prevention of NAFLD and CVD Through Lifestyle Intervention

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NCT ID NCT05618626
Status Recruiting
Phase —
Sponsor Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile
Condition Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 300 participants
Start Date 2021-09-27
Primary Completion 2025-04-28

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 45 Years
Max Age 60 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Physical exercise and dietary intervention for NAFLD

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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 300 participants in total. It began in 2021-09-27 with a primary completion date of 2025-04-28.

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Brief Summary

Prevention of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) through lifestyle intervention (MAUCO+) is a clinical trial that aims to improve sarcopenia, aerobic capacity, body composition, and lipid profile, insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, NAFLD, and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Through the implementation of physical activity and nutritional programs.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * With and without gallstones disease * With various degrees of NAFLD (none too severe) Exclusion Criteria: * Any significant comorbidity or physical limitation to undergo resistance exercise program * Use of medications that alter muscle mass (e.g., corticosteroids) * History of hepatitis B or C * Use of hepatotoxic drugs

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Laura A Huidobro, PhD

✉ leahuidobro@gmail.com

📞 +56 9 9219 6618

Principal Investigator

Catterina Ferreccio, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05618626 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 45 Years or older, up to 60 Years, studying Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT05618626 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05618626 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at leahuidobro@gmail.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05618626 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Molina, Chile.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05618626 clinical trial?

NCT05618626 is sponsored by Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile. The principal investigator is Catterina Ferreccio, MD at Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile. The trial plans to enroll 300 participants.

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