Generalized lipodystrophy
MONDO:0027766Almost complete absence of subcutaneous and/or visceral adipose tissue.
Also known as: complete generalised lipodystrophy, complete generalized lipodystrophy
11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New hope for rare fat disorder: experimental drug mibavademab under safety review
Disease control CompletedThis study tests the safety of switching from the current drug metreleptin to a new experimental drug called mibavademab in people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition where the body cannot properly store fat. Nine participants who have been stable on metreleptin will…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for rare fat disorder
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called REGN4461 in 16 people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition where the body can't store fat properly, leading to severe metabolic problems. The drug aims to improve blood sugar and triglyceride levels. Participants received …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Old drug, new hope for right heart failure?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug spironolactone in 15 adults with chronic right-sided heart failure. The goal was to see if it is safe and can improve heart function and reduce stress on the heart. Participants took either the drug or a placebo to compare effects.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Rare fat disorder drug under microscope: new safety data emerges
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the safety of a daily shot called metreleptin (brand name Myalept) in 11 people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition where the body loses fat tissue. The main goal was to see if the body makes antibodies against the drug, which could affect how we…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aegerion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Rare fat disorder gene hunt: just 2 patients could unlock answers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked for a new gene that causes hereditary lipodystrophy, a rare disease where people lose body fat and often develop diabetes and heart problems. Researchers studied DNA and cells from 2 patients who had the disease but no known genetic cause. The goal was to find t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC