Hope for rare fat disorder: new drug shows promise in Long-Term trial
NCT ID NCT06679270
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a daily injection called metreleptin for people with familial partial lipodystrophy, a rare condition where fat is distributed abnormally. About 24 participants who completed a previous study will receive the drug for an extended period. The goal is to monitor side effects and check if the drug helps control blood sugar and fat levels over time.
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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Flourish Research
RECRUITINGBoca Raton, Florida, 33434, United States
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Massachusetts General Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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The Medical College of Wisconsin
RECRUITINGMilwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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UT Southwestern Medical Center
RECRUITINGDallas, Texas, 75390, United States
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University of Alabama
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States
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University of Michigan
RECRUITINGAnn Arbour, Michigan, 48109, United States
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