Fat Tissue's hidden powerhouse: location may shape metabolism
NCT ID NCT05417581
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This study investigates how the location of fat tissue in the body—under the skin versus around the organs—affects the function of mitochondria, the energy-producing parts of cells. Researchers will collect small samples of fat tissue from patients undergoing certain abdominal surgeries and measure mitochondrial respiration. The goal is to see if body mass index and fat location influence how fat cells produce energy, which could provide insights into metabolic health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Adipose tissue sampling during surgery
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a better understanding of how fat tissue affects metabolism, potentially informing future treatments for obesity and related conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage, observational study with a small number of participants. The technique may not work as expected, and findings may not apply to the broader population.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU clermont-ferrand
Clermont-Ferrand, France
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