Can your hair reveal hidden health risks? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07368842

First seen Jan 28, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looks at how body weight and weight-loss surgery change natural chemicals in scalp hair. Researchers will track 60 adults with severe obesity who are scheduled for bariatric surgery, plus healthy-weight controls. They aim to understand hair thinning and muscle loss in the first 6 months after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Singapore General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Singapore, Singapore

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