Can a hormone pill shrink fatty liver? small study hints at possibility

NCT ID NCT05364684

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This pilot study tested a drug called ibutamoren in 12 adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The goal was to see if it could lower fat in the liver. Participants took the drug for 6 months, and researchers measured liver fat using a special MRI. The study is complete, and results may help design larger trials.

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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