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Fatty liver disease
MONDO:0004790A reversible condition wherein large vacuoles of triglyceride fat accumulate in liver cells via the process of steatosis.
Also known as: fatty liver
638 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug may reverse liver damage in NASH patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called lanifibranor in 1000 adults with NASH (a fatty liver disease) and moderate liver scarring (stages F2 or F3). The goal is to see if the drug can reverse the scarring and reduce liver inflammation over 72 weeks. Participants are randomly assigned to r…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Inventiva Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug HM15211 shows promise in reversing liver damage in NASH patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called HM15211 in 215 adults with NASH, a liver condition that can lead to scarring. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 months. The main goal is to see if the drug can reduce liver inflammation and scarring without making it worse…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hanmi Pharmaceutical Company Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for NASH: drug targets liver scarring in advanced disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug, GSK4532990, in 284 adults with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and advanced liver scarring. The goal is to see if the drug can improve liver fibrosis and inflammation compared to a placebo over 52 weeks. Participants must have a liver bi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug semaglutide tested as potential treatment for fatty liver disease NASH
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether semaglutide, a medicine already used for type 2 diabetes, can help people with NASH, a serious liver condition. About 1205 adults with NASH and liver scarring (stage 2 or 3) will receive weekly injections of semaglutide or a placebo for up to 5 years. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New obesity drug combo enters early human testing
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug combination (AZD9550 and AZD6234) for weight loss in 166 adults who are overweight or obese, with or without type 2 diabetes. The main goals are to check safety, tolerability, and how the drug moves through the body. It is an early-stage trial, so it f…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a diabetes combo drug melt liver fat better than insulin alone?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a combination diabetes drug (iGlarLixi) against insulin alone to see which better reduces liver fat in people with type 2 diabetes and a common fatty liver condition called MASLD. About 36 participants will take one of the two treatments for 12 weeks, and doct…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Stomach balloon shows promise for fatty liver – but more proof needed
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 200 people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) who receive an intragastric balloon—a device placed in the stomach to help with weight loss. Researchers will track changes in weight, liver enzymes, blood sugar, and liver stiffness for at least one year…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Surgery vs. diet: which tames diabetes better?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of weight-loss surgery (gastric bypass and gastric banding) with an intensive diet and exercise program for controlling type 2 diabetes in moderately obese adults aged 25 to 55. The goal is to see which approach works best for improving diabetes and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a formula diet reverse fatty liver damage?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a special formula diet can help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NASH) lose weight and improve liver health. About 20 overweight adults will follow the diet to see if it reduces liver fat and scarring. The goal is to find a safe, effective w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West German Center of Diabetes and Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New drug aims to stop liver failure in NASH patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests whether a daily pill called resmetirom can prevent serious liver events like liver failure, need for transplant, or bleeding in people with NASH cirrhosis. About 845 adults with well-compensated cirrhosis will receive either the drug or a placebo. The goa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Hope for NASH: new pill aims to reverse liver damage and prevent cirrhosis
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether the drug resmetirom (MGL-3196) can reverse liver scarring (fibrosis) and stop NASH from progressing to cirrhosis or liver failure. About 1,759 adults with NASH and liver fibrosis will receive either resmetirom or a placebo daily for up to 54 month…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can cutting carbs reverse fatty liver in teens? new study investigates
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a moderately low-carb diet can reduce liver fat and improve how the body uses insulin in teenagers with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and obesity. About 80 teens aged 10-17 will follow either a carb-restricted or a low-fat diet for 6 months, w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for fatty liver in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a daily pill called resmetirom in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The goal is to see if it safely reduces liver fat and cholesterol over 52 weeks. About 810 adults who completed earlier related studies are taking part. This is a long-term t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Online diet program shows promise for fatty liver
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether a 12-week online Mediterranean diet program could reduce liver fat in people with a type of fatty liver disease (MASLD). 78 adults followed either the diet program or received standard advice. The goal was to see if the diet could improve liver health an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taichung Veterans General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could nopal, cacao, and cricket help fatty liver?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a supplement made from nopal, cacao, and cricket in 60 adults with fatty liver disease (MASLD). Participants take the supplement or a placebo daily for 3 months, along with dietary guidance. The goal is to see if the supplement reduces liver fat, improves health …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Guadalajara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug IBI362 takes on semaglutide in fatty liver showdown
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a new weekly injection called IBI362 works better than the existing drug semaglutide for weight loss and reducing liver fat in overweight or obese Chinese adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). About 479 participants wil…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Innovent Biologics (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug shows promise against fatty liver disease in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called miricorilant in 175 adults with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a serious fatty liver disease. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers measure changes in liver fat using MRI scan…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Reishi mushroom tested as fatty liver treatment in new study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether Ganoderma lucidum (a type of mushroom) can improve antioxidant levels and liver health in people with Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD). Forty adults aged 35-49 with early-stage fatty liver will take the mushroom supplement. Researchers wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Agriculture, Peshawar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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App-tastic hope: smartphone tool aims to shrink fatty livers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a smartphone app can help Chinese adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) lose weight over 12 months. Weight loss is currently the only proven way to reverse liver fat and prevent serious complications. The trial will enroll 260 participants…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug efruxifermin aims to reverse liver scarring in NASH patients
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study tests whether efruxifermin, given as a weekly shot, is safe and can improve liver health in 700 adults with NASH/MASH (a type of fatty liver disease). Participants receive either the drug or a placebo. The study tracks side effects and measures changes in liver…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Akero Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Stomach stitching without surgery: can it reverse fatty liver?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a non-surgical stomach-reducing procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) can help obese people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease lose weight and improve liver health. Researchers will measure changes in liver fat and stiffness, as well…
Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Soybean oil shows promise for fatty liver – no weight loss needed
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether eating three soybean-oil-based foods each day for 16 weeks can lower fat buildup in the liver and belly fat in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Participants keep their usual weight during the trial. The goal is to see if changing the type …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Diet or drugs? new study tests if fasting beats pills for fatty liver disease
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a Mediterranean diet combined with intermittent fasting can reduce liver scarring (fibrosis) better than the weight-loss medication naltrexone/bupropion. About 70 adults with overweight or obesity and heart or metabolic risks (like type 2 diabetes or high…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Carmen Dietvorst • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a phone app beat fatty liver? new trial tests digital coaching
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a smartphone app and remote diet/exercise coaching can help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease lose weight and reduce liver fat. 120 participants will either get standard lifestyle advice or use the app with daily meal tracking, weekly recipe a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Can a keto diet help obese patients with advanced liver disease?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a monitored ketogenic diet is safe and effective for weight loss in 40 obese adults with compensated NASH cirrhosis. Participants are randomly assigned to either a ketogenic diet or standard dietary advice for 16 weeks. The main goals are to check for liv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New drug trial targets liver scarring in MASH patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new medicine called RO7790121 in 50 adults with advanced liver scarring from MASH (a type of fatty liver disease). The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Researchers will also check if it can reduce liver stiffnes…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can a weekly shot help obese teens avoid diabetes and fatty liver?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether semaglutide (Wegovy), a once-weekly injection, can preserve the pancreas's ability to produce insulin and reduce liver fat in 60 obese youth with prediabetes or early type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease. Participants receive either semaglutide or a pl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Gut health fix for HIV fatty liver? early trial tests probiotics
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether taking prebiotic fiber and probiotics can improve fatty liver disease in people with HIV. Researchers believe changes in gut bacteria may contribute to liver problems. The trial involves 63 participants and measures liver fat and gut health ma…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Can a popular diabetes drug help liver transplant patients control blood sugar?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two diabetes medications, semaglutide and sitagliptin, in 58 adults who have had a liver transplant and have poorly controlled diabetes. The goal is to see which drug better lowers blood sugar and body weight. Participants will take the study drug daily for th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a Step-by-Step program help latinos beat fatty liver?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a 26-week behavioral weight loss program called 'Paso a Paso' is practical for Mexican and Central American adults with fatty liver disease and overweight. Researchers will track attendance, weight loss, liver stiffness, and diet changes in 50 particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New pill for fatty liver disease enters first human tests
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called CS060304 in healthy volunteers and people with high LDL-C (bad cholesterol), a risk factor for MASH (a serious liver disease). The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. 80 participants will receive …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cascade Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Ancient herb takes on fatty liver: new trial begins
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis phase 3 trial tests whether a herbal extract called Picroliv can help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). 170 adults with mild to moderate NAFLD will take either Picroliv or a placebo twice daily for 24 weeks, alongside standard lifestyle advice. The main …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bioagile Therapeutics Pvt. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New RNA drug aims to reverse liver damage in NASH patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called VSA006 in 48 Chinese adults with NASH, a type of fatty liver disease that can lead to cirrhosis. VSA006 is an RNA-based drug designed to lower a liver protein linked to disease progression. The study compares VSA006 inject…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Visirna Therapeutics HK Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Liquid diet could shrink fatty liver without surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a very low-calorie diet (800-960 calories per day) can reduce fat and scarring in the liver for people with obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Twenty participants will follow either the low-calorie diet or a standard lower-calorie d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a culturally tailored program help hispanics beat fatty liver disease?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a lifestyle program called Healthy Liver/Hígado Sano for Hispanic patients with metabolic-dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), also known as fatty liver disease. The program includes education sessions and family support to help participants lo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New drug shows promise for fatty liver cirrhosis in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called efinopegdutide in 80 adults with liver scarring (cirrhosis) caused by metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a type of fatty liver disease. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce liver fat, inflammation, and scarri…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New drug aramchol aims to reverse fatty liver damage in phase 3 trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a drug called Aramchol for people with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a serious fatty liver disease that can lead to scarring. About 150 adults with NASH and liver scarring (stages 1-3) will take Aramchol or a placebo for up to 72 weeks. The goal is to see …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Galmed Research and Development, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Natural vitamin e pill may delay liver transplant in cirrhosis patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a natural vitamin E supplement called tocotrienol can slow the worsening of end-stage liver disease. Seventy adults with stable but advanced liver disease (MELD score 8–17) will take either tocotrienol or a placebo twice daily for three years. The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chandan Sen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New pill aims to tackle fatty liver and diabetes at once
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called MN-001 (tipelukast) in 40 adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, type 2 diabetes, and high triglycerides. Participants take either the drug or a placebo daily for 24 weeks. The study measures changes in liver fat and blood fat …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: MediciNova • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Diabetes drug could help stop liver damage in hepatitis b patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether empagliflozin, a diabetes drug, can prevent liver scarring (fibrosis) from getting worse in people with chronic hepatitis B. About 106 participants with moderate to severe liver scarring will take either empagliflozin or a placebo daily for three years. T…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shrink liver fat and prevent scarring in fatty liver disease
Disease control OngoingThis Phase II trial tests an injection called DR10624 in 110 adults with fatty liver disease (MASLD) who are at high risk of liver fibrosis (scarring). The study is split into two parts: Part 1 checks if the drug reduces liver fat and fibrosis risk, while Part 2 focuses on safety…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Doer Biologics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could a statin tame fatty liver disease? new trial seeks answers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether atorvastatin (Lipitor), a widely used cholesterol medication, can safely improve liver damage in people with NASH, a serious fatty liver disease. About 70 adults with confirmed NASH and liver scarring will receive either the drug or a placebo. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Could a blood pressure pill protect your liver from cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether lisinopril, a widely used blood pressure medication, can prevent liver damage from getting worse in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The study enrolls 45 adults with advanced liver scarring and measures changes in fibrosis m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New study aims to catch fatty liver early in kids with simple waist measurement
Disease control OngoingThis study focuses on children aged 7 to 11 with a high waist-to-height ratio, a sign of possible fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers will test a simple screening method and a lifestyle program involving school, clinic, family, and community support. The goal is to improve e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ningbo No. 1 Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Fatty liver drug hope: semaglutide shows promise in Long-Term study
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well the diabetes drug semaglutide works for people with metabolic fatty liver disease (MAFLD) and liver scarring. About 70 adults will take the drug for 3 years as part of their regular care. The goal is to see if it can reduce liver fat, inflammation, an…
Sponsor: Center of target therapy • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Ice cream as medicine? study tests sweet treat for fatty liver and diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether special ice creams made with natural sweeteners (brazzein, maltitol, erythritol, and fibers) can help control blood sugar and be easier on digestion than regular ice cream. One hundred adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and type 2 diabetes will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Exercise over pills: new study tests if moving more can shrink fatty liver
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether a 24-week program of adapted physical activity, combined with diet advice, can reduce liver fat in 115 adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants will follow personalized exercise and diet plans, and researchers will me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Stomach sleeve without surgery shows promise for fatty liver
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a non-surgical stomach reduction procedure (endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty) can improve liver health in people with obesity and advanced NASH (a severe form of fatty liver disease). Twenty adults with obesity and biopsy-confirmed NASH with advanced sca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New coated mesh aims to stop implants from poking through skin
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a polyester mesh coated with fluoropolymer can reduce complications after breast reconstruction in women with breast cancer. One hundred women will receive either standard reconstruction or reconstruction with the coated mesh. The main goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saint Petersburg State University, Russia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can video chats curb drinking in liver patients? new trial aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a stepped alcohol treatment delivered via video or phone calls can help people with advanced liver disease cut back on unhealthy drinking. About 180 participants will be randomly assigned to either the treatment program or usual care. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:07 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot hidden liver damage before It's too late
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a two-step screening process to find liver scarring (fibrosis) in people aged 40 and older who have risk factors like heavy drinking, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome but no known liver disease. First, participants get a blood test to calculate a FIB-4 score;…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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AI spots hidden liver disease in routine scans
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether an AI system can help doctors identify patients with fatty liver disease who need specialist care. About 8,000 adults getting routine CT scans will have their images analyzed by AI to flag those at risk. The goal is to see if AI can improve detection and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shengjing Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI spots silent liver danger in ER scans
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a computer system that automatically finds fatty liver disease on emergency room scans and alerts doctors to tell patients and arrange follow-up care. About 4,700 adults with fatty liver seen on an ER scan will take part. The goal is to improve how often this hid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New imaging study aims to spot liver trouble in obese kids without needles
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 300 children aged 9 to 14 with obesity to see if ultrasound and MRI can detect early signs of liver disease. Researchers will compare imaging markers like liver fat and stiffness with standard tests. The goal is to improve diagnosis and monitoring without invas…
Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New MRI scan could replace painful liver biopsies for MASH patients
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to see if a special MRI scan can accurately detect liver scarring (fibrosis) in people with a liver condition called MASH. Researchers will compare the MRI results with standard tests like ultrasound and blood work in 50 adults. If successful, this could offer a n…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New MRI dye could sharpen liver lesion detection
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares a new MRI contrast agent, gadopiclenol, to the standard agent, gadoxetate, for imaging liver lesions. Researchers will enroll 23 adults with chronic liver disease or known liver lesions to see if gadopiclenol provides equal or better image quality and lesion v…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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No needles, no pain: new ultrasound aims to spot fatty liver in kids fast
Diagnosis OngoingThis study checks if a quick ultrasound device called Velacur can accurately detect fatty liver disease (MASLD) in children aged 2 to 20. About 200 kids with suspected liver issues will get the ultrasound, and results will be compared to MRI or liver biopsy. The goal is to find a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Blood test breakthrough could end painful liver biopsies for NASH patients
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at whether two blood markers, PLIN2 and RAB14, can accurately diagnose NASH (a serious liver disease) and advanced scarring, without needing a liver biopsy. Researchers will test these markers in 828 adults with NASH, type 2 diabetes, or obesity. If successful, t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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One Breath-Hold MRI could replace liver biopsies for NASH
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new MRI technique that measures liver fat, fibrosis, and inflammation in a single 14-second breath-hold, without needles or contrast dye. Researchers will scan 120 people with fatty liver disease (60 with simple steatosis and 60 with NASH) and compare results t…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New scanner aims to spot fatty liver without needles
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study was designed to test a new thermo-acoustic imaging device that may help diagnose fatty liver disease without invasive procedures. It would have compared the device's accuracy to standard MRI scans in adults aged 18-70 with known or suspected fatty liver. However, the s…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New blood test could spot liver cancer sooner
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether a new blood test score, called GAAD, can detect liver cancer earlier in people with chronic liver disease. The GAAD score combines a person's gender, age, and two blood markers (AFP and PIVKA-II). Researchers will compare the GAAD score to standard u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mahidol University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New portable MRI could spot fatty liver in minutes
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a new portable device called LiverScope that uses MRI-like technology to measure fat in the liver. Researchers will compare it to standard MRI and FibroScan in 50 adults with known or suspected non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants undergo …
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can one weekly workout beat fatty liver? new study tests the ideal exercise frequency
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether exercising once a week or three times a week is better at reducing liver fat in adults who are centrally obese and have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Three hundred Chinese adults aged 18-69 will be assigned to either a once-weekly or thric…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a phone app help people with HIV beat fatty liver disease?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a mobile app-based nutritional program can help people living with HIV and fatty liver disease lose at least 5% of their body weight in 6 months. Participants are randomly assigned to use the app or receive standard lifestyle advice. The goal is to find a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Teens with PCOS may face hidden liver risks, study investigates
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether teenagers and young adults with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have more fat in their liver than those without PCOS. Researchers will use advanced imaging and tests to measure liver fat, insulin resistance, and cholesterol problems in 80 participants…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive korean study maps the overlap of heart, kidney, and metabolic diseases
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study examines health data from about 800,000 Korean adults to see how often conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and fatty liver occur together. Researchers will analyze national survey and insurance records from 2013 to 2023. No …
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fatty liver study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to look at how tiny energy-producing parts of cells (mitochondria) in the liver might be linked to fatty liver disease in people with obesity who were scheduled for weight-loss surgery. Researchers planned to take small liver samples during surgery to stud…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple blood test may spot hidden liver trouble in colitis patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether two blood markers, zonulin and LBP, can help detect liver damage in people with both ulcerative colitis (UC) and fatty liver disease. Researchers will measure these markers and use a special ultrasound to check liver stiffness in 100 adults with UC who…
Sponsor: University Hospital Dubrava • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Liver health may change how this drug works
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how lepodisiran enters the blood and leaves the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver problems compared to those with healthy livers. About 33 adults will receive a single injection under the skin. The goal is to understand how liver function aff…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Pandemic's hidden toll: frailty rises in liver transplant hopefuls
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines whether the COVID-19 pandemic increased frailty and muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people waiting for a liver transplant. Researchers will compare data from 208 patients assessed before and during the pandemic. The goal is to understand how the pandemic affected …
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists track rare liver diseases in kids to unlock clues
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study follows up to 90 children and young adults with mitochondrial liver diseases to learn how these conditions progress over time. Researchers will collect medical data and samples to better understand the diseases and find markers that predict outcomes. The goal is to imp…
Sponsor: Arbor Research Collaborative for Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Liver's Fat-Burning secrets revealed in sleeve gastrectomy study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the liver burns fat and makes sugar in people with NASH (a serious liver disease linked to obesity) who are planning to have weight-loss surgery. Researchers will use special scans to measure liver function before and after surgery in 30 adults. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Fatty liver linked to Body's own oxalate production in new study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how much oxalate the body naturally makes in people with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), a type of fatty liver. Researchers will collect urine samples from 28 adults after they eat a special low-oxalate diet. The goal is to be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Hidden liver risk in type 1 diabetes revealed by new scan
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how often people with type 1 diabetes have fatty liver disease and serious liver scarring. Researchers used a special ultrasound and blood tests to check 533 adults. The goal is to find high-risk patients who need a liver specialist.
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can an iPad test spot brain fog before liver surgery?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether an electronic cognitive test called BrainCheck can effectively screen mental function in 100 patients scheduled for liver surgery. Researchers will compare how well patients complete the digital test versus a traditional pen-and-paper assessment. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Amino acid infusion study aims to unlock fatty liver secrets
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how amino acids trigger the liver to release hormones in healthy people and those with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Researchers will give amino acid infusions with or without a drug that blocks natural hormone production. By comparing the results, they h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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One-stop screening clinic aims to catch hidden diabetes complications early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a new type of clinic that screens people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes for several hidden health problems at the same time, including fatty liver disease, sleep apnea, and heart failure. The goal is to see how common these undiagnosed conditions are a…
Sponsor: University of Liverpool • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New MRI scan could predict liver cancer in NASH patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new, longer MRI scan that measures liver stiffness and viscosity to see if it can identify NASH patients at higher risk for liver cancer. About 35 adults with NASH and early-stage liver scarring will participate. The goal is to improve early detection, not to t…
Sponsor: Natalie Torok • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Massive data dive aims to improve GI care
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is a registry that will review medical records of 1,000 patients treated for benign or malignant gastrointestinal diseases between 2005 and 2030. Researchers will look at survival, symptoms like heartburn and swallowing trouble, and quality of life. The goal is to lear…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Liver disease growth study cancelled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to test a growth factor medicine (Increlex) in children aged 4-18 with chronic liver disease and short stature. The goal was to see if it could improve growth and quality of life. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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100,000 families join landmark study on parental exposures and child health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 100,000 Chinese families from before pregnancy through the child's teenage years. Researchers collect health data, biospecimens, and environmental information to understand how parents' exposures affect pregnancy outcomes and child development. The goal is to f…
Sponsor: National Research Institute for Family Planning, China • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Fatty liver study pulled before it began: new imaging test never tested
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study was designed to see if a special MRI technique called field-cycling imaging could tell the difference between simple fatty liver and more serious liver scarring (fibrosis) in adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The goal was to find a non-invasi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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500-Person study aims to crack the code of personalized weight loss
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 500 obese adults to see how different factors like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep affect weight loss. Researchers collect blood tests, measurements, and questionnaires at the start and during follow-up. The goal is to find patterns that could lead to more pe…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Major study aims to spare patients painful liver biopsies
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 1,689 adults with fatty liver disease (MASLD) or MASLD with increased alcohol intake (MetALD) to see if non-invasive tests like MRI and Fibroscan can accurately track disease progression. The goal is to reduce the need for liver biopsies in future research and …
Sponsor: HRI-MAIL-NIT • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Stomach ultrasound could spot liver trouble early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a new ultrasound technique done through the stomach (endoscopic ultrasound elastography) can better predict serious liver problems in people with chronic liver disease. Researchers will measure liver and spleen stiffness in 50 patients and compare resu…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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500,000-Patient study aims to unlock secrets of chronic liver disease
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis observational study will follow up to 500,000 adults with chronic liver disease or cirrhosis to understand how the disease progresses and how treatments are used in everyday practice. Researchers will collect data from medical records and patient reports to improve care and …
Sponsor: Target PharmaSolutions, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Fatty liver and psoriasis study pulled before it started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand the link between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and psoriatic disease (psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis) in overweight adults. Researchers planned to use the drug guselkumab (Tremfya) to see if it improved both conditions. However, the t…
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Fatty liver disease: what do doctors and patients really think?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses interviews and questionnaires to learn how primary care doctors and Hispanic patients think about non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Researchers want to understand what doctors know about diagnosing and treating NAFLD, and how cultural factors affect patie…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New scan reveals hidden metabolic clues in fatty liver disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses advanced full-body PET scans to see how the body handles sugar and amino acids in healthy people and those with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). About 36 adults aged 18-70 will receive a radioactive tracer by mouth or IV and have scans to track nutrient …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Study probes how poverty and support shape child transplant success
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how social factors like income, education, and community support impact recovery in 500 children after liver transplant. Researchers will survey caregivers and interview families to understand barriers to good outcomes. The goal is to find ways to better integ…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden risk revealed?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how often fatty liver disease occurs in people living with HIV. Researchers will measure liver fat in 1,250 adults with HIV who are on stable treatment. The goal is to understand the true scale of this liver condition in this group, which has been largely over…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden danger under the microscope
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 400 adults with HIV to learn how nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) develops and progresses in this group. Researchers will use a non-invasive scan to measure liver stiffness and fat content over one year. The goal is to fill major knowledge gaps, since p…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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1,200-Patient study aims to predict liver failure risks
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study follows 1,222 adults with liver cirrhosis to understand why some develop serious complications like fluid buildup or bleeding. Participants have check-ups every six months, including questionnaires, physical exams, and imaging. The goal is to build better…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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120,000-Person study hopes to crack the code of chronic illness
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis observational study plans to enroll 120,000 people with various chronic diseases like pancreatitis, diabetes, and arthritis. Researchers will collect blood samples and health data to study how genetics and lifestyle affect disease progression. The goal is to find common dise…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Diabetes and liver danger: new study follows 317 patients to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 317 adults with type 2 diabetes who were first examined between 2019 and 2023. Researchers will repeat advanced liver scans, blood tests, and body composition measurements to see how liver fat and scarring change over time. The goal is to find out who is most a…
Sponsor: Linkoeping University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Scientists probe body tissue to unlock secrets of weight loss surgery
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand how bariatric surgery affects the body's tissues, like fat, muscle, and liver, and how it improves insulin sensitivity. Researchers will collect tissue and blood samples from 500 adults undergoing surgery or other procedures. The goal is to learn the…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Scientists dive deep into fatty liver to find key clues
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at liver tissue from 45 adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to identify which fats and proteins are present and how they change as the disease gets worse. Participants are 18–65 years old and scheduled for abdominal or bariatric surgery. The goal…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can MRI and ultrasound spot fatty liver in kids without a needle?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether MRI and ultrasound can accurately measure liver fat in children aged 10-14, both those with obesity and those at a healthy weight. Researchers will check if the scans are reliable and easy to perform. The goal is to develop a non-invasive tool to diagnose…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New imaging study aims to spare patients painful liver biopsies
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether special PET scans can accurately measure fat, swelling, and scarring in the liver of people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Researchers will compare scan results with standard liver biopsies from 120 adults. If successful, this could lead …
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Hidden liver risk in diabetes patients revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find out how many people with type 2 diabetes also have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Researchers will use a special ultrasound scan (FibroScan) to check the liver health of 385 adults with type 2 diabetes. The study does not test any new treatment…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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10,000 flemish adults to be screened for silent liver disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find out how common non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is among adults in Flanders, Belgium. Researchers will screen 10,000 people at their general practitioner's office using questionnaires and quality-of-life surveys. The goal is to gather data on dise…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hasselt University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can an MRI spot hidden dangers in type 2 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 135 adults with type 2 diabetes over several years, using special MRI scans to check their liver, kidneys, and heart. The goal is to find out which patients are more likely to develop serious complications. No new treatments are being tested—just a better way t…
Sponsor: Perspectum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New diabetes drug tested in patients with liver problems
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how a single dose of the experimental drug GZR4 injection behaves in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to those with normal liver function. The goal is to understand the drug's safety and how the body processes it. 36 adults with …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Withdrawn study sought safer biopsies for Bleeding-Prone patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to test a technique called radiofrequency track cautery during liver, kidney, or spleen biopsies in patients at high risk for bleeding. The idea was to use a small heated probe to seal the biopsy track and reduce bleeding. However, the study was withdrawn befor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Fat storage secrets: why some stay healthy despite obesity
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why storing fat around organs like the liver affects some people's health more than others. Researchers will measure insulin sensitivity and inflammation in 144 lean and obese adults. The goal is to find better ways to treat diseases like diabetes and heart di…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Plant protein swap may cut heart & diabetes risk – but how much?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is a review of many smaller trials that looked at what happens when people replace animal protein (like meat, dairy, eggs) with plant protein (like beans, nuts, seeds). The goal is to see if this simple swap can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, weight,…
Sponsor: John Sievenpiper • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Amino acid drink tested for liver fat in obese kids – study never started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to test whether an 8-week course of a flavored drink containing essential amino acids plus arginine could reduce liver fat and improve metabolism in obese children aged 7-10. The researchers intended to measure changes in liver fat, blood fats, insulin sensitiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Brain scans reveal hidden links between body diseases and metabolism
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study watches 200 people with lung, gut, or hormone diseases over time using special brain scans (PET). It aims to see how these diseases change brain activity and whether those changes can predict tumor return, spread, or survival. No new treatment is tested—just observatio…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New study aims to replace painful liver biopsies with ultrasound and blood tests
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 163 obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery to see if non-invasive tools like ultrasound and blood markers can accurately diagnose fatty liver disease (MASLD) and predict diabetes remission. Researchers will compare these tests to liver biopsy results befor…
Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:57 UTC