Could a Baby's birth weight predict obesity? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT03402139
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at why babies born with restricted growth (IUGR) have a higher risk of childhood obesity. Researchers will track 400 mother-infant pairs for two years, analyzing T-cell changes and DNA methylation. The goal is to uncover early biological signs that could lead to better prevention strategies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal biological markers that predict obesity risk from birth, pointing toward early interventions.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not identify clear causes, and results may not apply to all populations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Jack D. Weiler Hospital
RECRUITINGThe Bronx, New York, 10461, United States
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