New hope: stomach surgery may help UC patients lose weight before bowel surgery

NCT ID NCT05739162

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a weight loss procedure called Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is safe and effective for people with ulcerative colitis (UC) who are obese and need or have had colon removal surgery. About 12 participants will be enrolled. The goal is to help them lose weight before or after their bowel surgery to improve outcomes.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Mayo Clinic Minnesota

    RECRUITING

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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