Fatty liver breakthrough? drug that boosts growth hormone shows promise

NCT ID NCT03375788

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a drug called tesamorelin in 51 obese adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The drug is designed to increase growth hormone levels, which may help reduce liver fat and inflammation. Researchers measured changes in liver fat using special scans and biopsies to see if the treatment could improve liver health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

fatty liver disease metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease Obesity obesity disorder Obesity, Abdominal

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States