Obesity and iron deficiency: a hidden link?
NCT ID NCT07157332
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how obesity and low iron levels affect iron buildup in the liver and heart, and how weight-loss surgery might help. Researchers will compare people with and without iron deficiency before and after bariatric surgery. The goal is to better understand these connections and improve care for people with obesity.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Bariatric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could point toward better ways to manage iron deficiency in people with obesity, potentially improving metabolic health.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is not testing a new treatment, so no direct health benefits are guaranteed.
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Locations
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Fundación Santos y de la Garza Evia, IBP
San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, 66278, Mexico
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