Scientists track inflammation marker after sleeve gastrectomy

NCT ID NCT07655739

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 40 adults who had sleeve gastrectomy surgery for obesity. Researchers measured blood levels of fractalkine, a protein involved in inflammation, before and three months after surgery. The goal was to see how fractalkine levels change and whether those changes relate to how much weight people lose.

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 help explain how weight loss surgery reduces inflammation and improve understanding of obesity.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed observational study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to everyone and do not test a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Inflammation morbid obesity Obesity obesity disorder Overweight Weight Loss

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Elazig Fethi Sekin City Hospital

    Elâzığ, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)