Scientists track mysterious hunger hormone in obese women before and after surgery

NCT ID NCT01982019

First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study measured levels of a recently discovered hormone called 26RFa in 62 women. Researchers compared obese women with or without type 2 diabetes to healthy-weight volunteers. They also checked how the hormone changed after weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy). The goal was to learn more about how this hormone affects appetite and blood sugar control.

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Locations

  • University Hospital Rouen

    Rouen, Haute Normandie, 76000, France

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