Clinical trials
Fatty Liver Disease clinical trials
Below are recruiting fatty liver disease clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 188 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05305287RecruitingPhase 4
Study how energy use in the liver works in people with fatty liver and diabetes
This trial measures how your liver cells use energy (mitochondrial function) in people with type 2 diabetes and fatty liver. It aims to better understand what is happening in the liver and how disease severity may relate to diabetes.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT05439226Recruiting
Diet plan targeting liver fat for type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether a Chinese medical nutrition therapy diet can reduce liver fat and help manage type 2 diabetes in people who also have fatty liver. You may be asked to follow a specific eating plan and keep your diabetes care stable during the study.
Yichang, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT05463796Recruiting
Prevention and early detection for people at high cancer risk
This study looks at surveillance (watching closely), prevention, and early “interception” steps to lower the chance that cancer will develop or be found later. It is for people with genetic risk, past cancer treatment exposures, strong family history, or certain early pre-cancer or high-risk conditions.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT05480696RecruitingPhase 2
Soluble fiber supplement for fatty liver in kids
This Phase 2 study tests whether a soluble fiber supplement can improve fatty liver disease in children who have obesity and confirmed NAFLD. It may help reduce liver fat and related liver enzyme elevations measured during clinic visits and MRI.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 8–17 - NCT05546086Recruiting
Beijing health study for adults who live in Beijing
This study collects health information from adults (18+) who are permanent residents of Beijing. It aims to learn patterns about health in the local population and how different factors may affect outcomes over time.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05597709Recruiting
Study diabetes patients to measure MAFLD in Jiangsu
This study checks how common a condition called MAFLD is among people with type 2 diabetes in Jiangsu, China. It may help doctors understand how often this liver-related problem occurs and guide future care for people with type 2 diabetes.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT05625750Recruiting
Study of people diagnosed with fatty liver from not-too-much alcohol
This is an observational study for people diagnosed with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (fatty buildup in the liver not mainly caused by heavy drinking). It may help researchers better understand this condition, especially how it shows up on tests and how people report relevant health information.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT05766449Recruiting
Study of liver inflammation and scarring in hepatitis B or fatty liver
This study looks at what factors predict liver inflammation, scarring (fibrosis), and health outcomes in people with long-term hepatitis B or fatty liver disease. The goal is to better understand who is more likely to worsen over time.
NanjingAges 18 years+ - NCT05821010RecruitingPhase 2
Synbiotics and fecal transplant for non-alcoholic liver inflammation
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking special gut-helping products (synbiotics) and/or a fecal microbiota transplant can improve non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a type of liver inflammation. It may help by changing gut bacteria that may affect liver health, but you must meet specific safety and medical criteria.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18–75 - NCT05842850Recruiting
Study of fatty liver in people born with low birth weight
This trial focuses on people who have fatty liver disease (extra fat in the liver) and were born with low birth weight. It aims to test an approach in this specific group, which may help clarify what helps the liver in higher-risk people.
AarhusAges 35–40 - NCT06015620Recruiting
Health changes after mini gastric bypass surgery
This study looks at how mini gastric bypass surgery helps with obesity-related health problems and changes in body composition. It aims to see if patients experience improvements in conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure.
Bhubaneswar, OdishaAges 18–65 - NCT06061042Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for metabolic health
This study tests whether eating only during a specific time window each day can improve metabolic health in people with obesity and insulin resistance. If you have a high BMI and early signs of diabetes, this trial might help you understand a simple dietary change.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 50–75 - NCT06115876Recruiting
Kuwait diabetes long-term follow-up study
This study checks in on people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes who were part of an earlier Kuwait diabetes study. It aims to understand how their condition has changed and what health care they may need.
Kuwait CityAges 21–75 - NCT06144593Recruiting
Carb cutting for people with type 2 diabetes
This study looks at whether cutting carbs on certain days can improve metabolism for people with type 2 diabetes. It may help if you have mild to moderate diabetes and are overweight or obese.
HvidovreAges 35–75 - NCT05881005Recruiting
NAC for fatty liver in people with active Cushing’s
This study tests whether NAC (a supplement/medicine) can improve liver health in adults who have active Cushing’s syndrome and fatty liver disease. It may help if your excess stress hormone levels are affecting your liver.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06354088RecruitingPhase 1
Study of alpelisib for insulin resistance
This study tests a single dose of a drug called alpelisib (a PI3K inhibitor) to see how it affects insulin and blood sugar in people who are either insulin sensitive or insulin resistant. The goal is to understand why some people become resistant to insulin, which may help find new treatments for diabetes and related conditions.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06449833RecruitingPhase 4
Henagliflozin for liver fat in diabetes and fatty liver
This study tests whether a medicine called henagliflozin can help reduce fat in the liver for people with type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It may help improve liver health and blood sugar control at the same time.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06453915RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain PET scan for inflammation in fatty liver disease
This study uses a special PET scan to look for inflammation in the brain related to fatty liver disease. It may help researchers understand how liver health affects brain function.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06477146RecruitingPhase 2
Milk thistle for fatty liver in children and young adults
This trial tests whether milk thistle can help children and young adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition where fat builds up in the liver unrelated to alcohol use. It aims to see if the supplement can lower liver enzymes and improve liver health.
Cleveland, OhioAges 9–22 - NCT06564584RecruitingPhase 2
Study of TLC-2716 for high triglycerides and fatty liver disease
This trial tests an investigational drug called TLC-2716 for people with very high triglycerides and a type of fatty liver disease (NAFLD or NASH). The goal is to see if it is safe and can help lower fat levels in the blood and liver.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 18–70 - NCT06571474Recruiting
Fat Cell Function in Obesity and Metabolism Study
This study looks at how a type of immune cell (macrophage) in fat tissue processes lipids, and how that affects metabolism in people with different body weights. It may help us understand why some people with obesity develop diabetes and fatty liver while others do not.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–70 - NCT06585982Recruiting
Synbiotics for MAFLD: gut health and liver fat study
This trial tests whether taking a synbiotic (a mix of helpful bacteria and fiber) can improve insulin levels and reduce inflammation in people with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD). It may help by changing the balance of bacteria in your gut.
Semarang, SemarangAges 25–55 - NCT06920043RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new drug for cirrhosis from fatty liver disease
This trial tests a new medication (efimosfermin alfa) for people with cirrhosis (liver scarring) caused by MASH, a type of fatty liver disease. It aims to see if the drug can help improve liver health.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06649162Recruiting
Fatty liver risk in type 2 diabetes and new combo therapy
This study is looking at how often people with type 2 diabetes also have fatty liver disease, and whether a new combination medication (dapagliflozin and pioglitazone) can help manage both conditions.
Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-doAges 19 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fatty liver disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 188 recruiting fatty liver disease 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 disease 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 disease 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.
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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.