Clinical trials
NAFLD clinical trials
Below are recruiting nafld clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 89 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07662356Recruiting
NAFLD study in Chinese patients having obesity surgery
This study follows Chinese patients who are having obesity surgery to understand how nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) changes over time and to find markers that might predict its course. It could help doctors better treat liver problems in people with obesity.
Hong Kong, New TerritoriesAges 18 years+ - NCT03884075RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide study for fatty liver and how sugar affects the liver
This Phase 2 study tests how semaglutide (a diabetes medication also used for weight) affects fatty liver and the liver’s response to sugar. It may help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease understand whether the drug improves liver fat and related changes.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05255978Recruiting
Follow-up study for hepatitis B with fatty liver
This observational study looks at people with chronic hepatitis B who also have fatty liver (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease). It follows how their liver health changes over time and may help doctors understand outcomes and risk factors.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06559878Enrolling by invitation
Liver Mitochondria Study in Fatty Liver Disease
This study looks at how the liver's mitochondria (the energy powerhouses of cells) work in people with fatty liver disease. Participants will have an MRI scan and receive a small amount of fat solution through an IV to see how the liver processes fat.
Helsinki, UusimaaAges 18–75 - NCT06626074Recruiting
MRI study for NASH diagnosis
This study looks at MRI scans to find better ways to diagnose NASH (a type of fatty liver disease with inflammation). If you are already scheduled for a liver biopsy for suspected NASH, an MRI might help researchers learn more about your condition.
Angers, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT03925701RecruitingPhase 3
Vildagliptin, with or without metformin, for fatty liver and diabetes
This trial studies how vildagliptin compares to vildagliptin plus metformin in people who have fatty liver disease along with type 2 diabetes. It may help find the safest and most effective way to improve liver health and diabetes control.
TantaAges 18 years+ - NCT03151473Recruiting
Study of adults with fatty liver and NASH over time
This is a long-term study that follows adults who are being managed for fatty liver (NAFL) or NASH to learn how these conditions change over time. It may help researchers better understand what to expect and how care decisions could be improved.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT03572465Recruiting
Ultrasound tests to diagnose fatty liver inflammation
This study checks whether special ultrasound measurements can help diagnose nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a type of fatty liver disease. You may need a liver biopsy as part of routine care, and you may also be scanned with MRI to support the study tests.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT04232566Recruiting
Study links in obesity surgery and liver scarring
This study looks at how the immune system relates to liver scarring in people with obesity who are getting gastric bypass surgery. If you qualify, you may help doctors better understand liver disease and who is at higher risk.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 30–70 - NCT04365855Recruiting
Study of fatty liver risk in local adults
This study looks at how common fatty liver disease is and what factors may be linked to it in adults in Olmsted County. You may be asked about health history, alcohol use, and possibly to undergo MRI scans.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT04366999Recruiting
Bariatric surgery for fatty liver disease in people with obesity
This trial looks at whether weight-loss (bariatric) surgery helps people with fatty liver disease, including “NASH,” and related liver scarring. If you have obesity and a confirmed liver fat diagnosis (and for NASH, biopsy-proven NASH with some fibrosis), the study may follow your outcomes after surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 16–65 - NCT04371042Recruiting
Study of liver disease and genes in people with fatty liver
This study collects information about metabolic and unexplained (cryptogenic) liver disease and looks at “omics” tests, which are lab tests that measure patterns in blood or tissue to learn what drives the disease. It may help researchers better understand fatty liver and related serious complications, like liver scarring and liver cancer.
Roma, Rome/lazio/italyAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT05424003RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide to prevent weight gain after liver transplant
This trial tests semaglutide (a diabetes/weight-loss medicine) to help prevent weight gain after liver transplant. It is also looking at blood sugar and safety while you continue your transplant medicines.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–75 - NCT05430178Recruiting
Study of liver fat changes in kids with fatty liver disease
This study looks at how metabolism works in children and teens who have (or do not have) nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition where fat builds up in the liver. Participants may include healthy-weight controls, obese controls without NAFLD, and kids with NAFLD who are already scheduled for a liver biopsy for clinical reasons.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 10–20 - 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 - NCT05554224Recruiting
Personalized treatment based on obesity-related fatty liver tests
This study uses multiple types of health data (“multi-omics”) to help choose a personalized treatment plan for people with obesity-related fatty liver disease. It may help match treatment to your biology to improve outcomes.
Reus, TarragonaAges 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+ - 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 - NCT05884723Recruiting
Ketogenic diet before liver surgery for fatty liver
This trial tests whether a ketogenic (very low-carb) diet before liver surgery can reduce fat in the liver. It is aimed at people with colorectal liver metastases who already have fatty liver seen on scans or biopsy.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05935826RecruitingPhase 3
Amino acids to reduce liver fat in teens with NAFLD
This study tests whether adding amino acids can lower fat stored in the liver of teens with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It may help improve liver health by changing how much liver fat is present over the study period.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 13–18 - NCT05984745RecruitingPhase 2
CoQ10 for fatty liver linked to metabolic issues
This study tests if CoQ10 (a natural supplement) can improve liver health in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). It may help if you have a fatty liver and related metabolic issues like high blood pressure or diabetes.
CairoAges 18–80 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for nafld?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 89 recruiting nafld 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 nafld 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 nafld 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.