Clinical trials
Fatty Liver clinical trials
Below are recruiting fatty liver clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 167 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04190849Recruiting
Children’s liver fat disease registry in Europe
This is a registry study collecting information about children and teens with fatty liver disease that isn’t caused by alcohol. It aims to better understand this condition and may help future research and treatments.
MaastrichtAges Up to 18 years - NCT07564947Enrolling by invitation
Reishi Mushroom for Fatty Liver Disease
This study tests whether Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) can improve liver health and reduce inflammation in people with fatty liver disease. Researchers will measure how it affects your liver function and antioxidant levels.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 35–49 - NCT07149571Recruiting
New MRI for metabolic fatty liver disease
This study uses a new MRI technique to measure how metabolic fatty liver disease affects your body and to track your health over time. It aims to improve understanding of the condition and guide treatment.
Wuhan, HubeiAges Any age - NCT07093346Recruiting
Pectin supplement for fatty liver disease
This study tests whether a pectin supplement (a fiber found in fruits) can reduce inflammation and improve liver and metabolic health in people with fatty liver disease (MASLD). You might be eligible if you have MASLD, a healthy weight range, and can avoid certain medications and foods.
Nottingham, United KingdomAges 18 years+ - NCT07068191Recruiting
Gepaktiv vs other drugs for fatty liver with enlarged liver
This study tests a new drug, Gepaktiv, compared to two other treatments (UDCA and ademetionine) for people with metabolic fatty liver disease who also have an enlarged liver. You may be able to join if you meet specific test results showing moderate liver fat and scarring.
Tyumen, Tyumen OblastAges 18–65 - NCT06819917Recruiting
Liver fibrosis test study for fatty liver disease
This study is looking for new ways to detect liver scarring (fibrosis) in people with fatty liver disease (NAFLD, NASH, MASLD, or MASH). If you qualify, you will give a blood sample to help identify biomarkers that could replace biopsies.
CopenhagenAges 18–75 - NCT04899102Recruiting
Intermittent fasting for fatty liver disease in adults
This study tests whether intermittent fasting can improve fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by reducing liver fat. It focuses on adults with confirmed fatty liver and extra liver fat seen on a special MRI scan.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05330923Recruiting
HIV and fatty liver check-in study with ultrasound follow-up
This study follows people with HIV who also have fatty liver disease and checks their health over time. It may help by improving monitoring and care planning, especially using ultrasound scans and regular follow-up.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07242222RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Erdosteine for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
This trial tests whether a medicine called erdosteine can help treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (a condition where extra fat builds up in the liver, not caused by alcohol). It is for adults who have fatty liver confirmed by ultrasound and who do not have other serious health problems.
TantaAges 18–60 - NCT07238985RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cilostazol for treating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
This study tests whether a medicine called cilostazol can help treat nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. It is for adults who have fatty liver seen on an ultrasound and do not have other liver problems.
Damietta, New DamiettaAges 18–60 - NCT06588699RecruitingPhase 2
Digoxin for NASH liver disease study
This trial tests if the heart medication digoxin can help people with NASH (fatty liver disease with inflammation), who have moderate liver scarring. You will receive digoxin or a placebo for 24 weeks and have a liver biopsy before and after treatment to see if the medication reduces liver damage.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–75 - NCT02422238Recruiting
Study of fatty liver in adults, using MRI and stored samples
This study follows people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease to better understand the condition. It uses an MRI scan and collects body samples to help researchers study changes over time.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18–65 - NCT07646197Recruiting
Peanut Consumption and Fatty Liver Disease in Adults
This study tests whether eating peanuts regularly can help improve fatty liver disease (a condition where fat builds up in the liver). You'll be asked to eat peanuts as part of your diet while researchers track changes in your liver health.
Detroit, MichiganAges 30–70 - NCT06225193Recruiting
Liver test study for early fatty liver detection
This study looks at a blood test called ELF to see if it can find early signs of fatty liver disease in people who are at higher risk. The goal is to help catch the problem sooner so it can be treated.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06735118Recruiting
Can AI help see chemo-related fatty liver?
This study uses a special MRI technique and artificial intelligence to see how chemotherapy may cause a fatty liver. It may help find liver changes early in people who have had chemo.
Kunming, YunnanAges 18–80 - NCT06386094Recruiting
Fatty Liver Disease and Heart Function Study
This study checks how fatty liver disease (a condition where fat builds up in the liver) affects the heart. If you have this liver condition and are between 18 and 65, you may help doctors understand the link between liver health and heart function.
Chandigarh, ChandigarhAges 18–65 - NCT07452744Enrolling by invitation
Picroliv for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
This study tests a plant-based medicine called Picroliv for people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It aims to see if it is safe and can reduce fat in the liver.
Chandigarh, ChandigarhAges 18–60 - NCT06803108Recruiting
Pyramidal vs continuous exercise for fatty liver
This study compares two exercise programs to see which works better for people with fatty liver disease and obesity. It may help improve liver health through different workout styles.
GizaAges 37–51 - NCT06138821Recruiting
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty for obesity and MASH
This study tests if a procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty helps people with obesity and a liver condition called MASH lose weight and improve their liver health. It might be an option if you have both obesity and MASH and haven't had weight-loss surgery before.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT00983463Enrolling by invitation
Study of liver fats and proteins in fatty liver disease
This study measures different fats and proteins in the liver of people with fatty liver disease (often called NAFLD) who are having planned abdominal or weight-loss surgery. It may help doctors better understand what’s happening in the liver and improve future care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–65 - NCT06888570Enrolling by invitation
Liver health study for children & young adults with Down syndrome
This study looks at how eating patterns and body composition relate to fatty liver in children and young adults with Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) or other genetic intellectual disabilities. It may help understand who is at risk and how to prevent liver problems.
Madrid, MadridAges 5–22 - NCT06368882RecruitingPhase 4
Peg-interferon for hepatitis B with fatty liver
This trial tests a medicine called peg-interferon for people who have both chronic hepatitis B and fatty liver. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective in helping your body fight the hepatitis B virus.
NingboAges 18–60 - NCT06942312Enrolling by invitation
Liver metabolism study in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
This trial studies how the liver processes fat in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It uses MRI scans to look at liver metabolism, which may help doctors understand the disease better and find new treatments.
Helsinki, UusimaaAges 18–75 - NCT05728697Recruiting
Test a liver ultrasound method to measure fat and stiffness
This trial tests a special ultrasound technique during an endoscopy to see how well it can detect changes in the liver from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It may help improve non-invasive assessment before or alongside a follow-up liver biopsy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fatty liver?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 167 recruiting fatty liver studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a fatty liver trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a fatty liver trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.