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500 kids with severe obesity to help unlock genetic secrets

NCT ID NCT05747976

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study collects data from 500 children with severe, early-onset obesity to find genetic causes. Researchers will track how many kids have genetic variants linked to obesity and monitor changes in their BMI over time. The goal is to better understand the role of genetics in severe childhood obesity.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify genetic factors behind severe childhood obesity, pointing toward better diagnosis or future treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an observational database study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly test any therapy, and results may take years to translate into clinical benefit.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 500 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2020

Expected to finish

Dec 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Children with early-onset, severe obesity.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * For individuals 2 years and older, BMI \> 97 percentile * For individuals \< 2 years old, weight-to-length ratio \> 95th percentile Exclusion Criteria: * No other exclusion criteria

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hereditary disease obesity disorder Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

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Genetic disease Obesity, childhood

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor College of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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