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Recruiting EARLY_Phase 1 NCT06392854

NCT06392854 Regional Lipolysis Insulin Regulation

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NCT ID NCT06392854
Status Recruiting
Phase EARLY_Phase 1
Sponsor Mayo Clinic
Condition Obesity
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 48 participants
Start Date 2024-05-01
Primary Completion 2028-06

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Insulin

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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 1 is the earliest stage of human testing — safety and dosage are the primary focus. Visits are frequent and medical supervision is intensive. You will be among the first people to receive this treatment.

This trial targets 48 participants in total. It began in 2024-05-01 with a primary completion date of 2028-06.

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Brief Summary

Adults who gain most of their excess weight in the abdominal area typically do not respond to insulin in the same way as lean adults. Researchers are trying to understand why fat tissue responds differently in people with different body types.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Males and females 18-65years who are able to comprehend instructions, follow study procedures and who willing to provide written, informed consent will be included. The volunteers will consume an isoenergetic diet eating all meals from Mayo Clinical Research Trials Unit (CRTU) for 3 days prior to study. * Overweight/Obese volunteers will have a BMI 29.0 - 37.0 kg/m2 * Upper body/visceral obesity (UBO) in women will be defined as those with a waist-hip ratio (WHR) \> 0.85 and/or increased visceral fat by single slice CT scan, usually with \> 120 cm2 of visceral fat by CT scanning or a visceral fat/total fat ratio of \> 0.30, and/or biochemical evidence of metabolic syndrome as defined by ATP III criteria (fasting plasma triglycerides ≥ 150 mg/dL, HDL-cholesterol \< 50 mg/dL for women and \< 40 mg/dL for men, fasting plasma glucose ≥ 100 mg/dL). Upper body obesity in men will be defined as a waist-hip ratio of \>0.95 and/or increased visceral fat (visceral fat area \> 180 cm2 or a visceral/total fat abdominal ratio by CT of \> 0.40) by single slice CT scan and/or biochemical evidence of metabolic syndrome as defined by adenosine triphosphate (ATP) III criteria. These visceral fat values are based upon the data collected at Mayo Clinic using our methods, and are correlated with dyslipidemia and hyperinsulinemia. * Lower body obesity (LBO) in women will be defined as a waist-hip ratio of \<0.75 and/or a lower visceral fat by single slice CT scan, usually \< 120 cm2 or a visceral fat/total fat ratio of ≤ 0.30 and fasting plasma triglycerides within the normal range. The term "lower body men" is used to describe a male phenotype that is characteristic of adipose insulin sensitivity even with excess body fat. A waist to hip ratio isn't suitable for this description as it is for women. LBO men will be defined as obese men with normal fasting plasma triglycerides, normal fasting plasma glucose and greater proportional leg fat via dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA). * Female subjects are eligible if they meet the following criteria: * Are not pregnant or nursing. * All women of childbearing potential will have a negative urine pregnancy test at screening and a negative urine pregnancy test day of admission for inpatient study visit. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a history of a disease process such as: * Ischemic heart disease * Atherosclerotic valvular disease * Persistent blood pressure greater than 160/95 despite antihypertensive medication * Smokers * Diagnosis Diabetes Mellitus * Concomitant use of medications that can alter free fatty acid metabolism, including, but not limited to niacin, thiazolidinediones, beta-blockers, oral or injected corticosteroids or anabolic steroids. * Allergy to lidocaine * Allergy to indocyanine green.

Contact & Investigator

Principal Investigator

Michael Jensen, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Mayo Clinic

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06392854 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Obesity. 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 NCT06392854 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 1 trials are the first stage of human testing. The primary goal is to assess safety and determine appropriate dosage levels. Participants are closely monitored. These trials typically involve a small number of volunteers.

Is NCT06392854 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06392854 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Mayo Clinic to inquire about joining.

Where is the NCT06392854 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Rochester, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06392854 clinical trial?

NCT06392854 is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. The principal investigator is Michael Jensen, MD at Mayo Clinic. The trial plans to enroll 48 participants.

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