Clinical trials
Obese Patients clinical trials
Below are recruiting obese patients clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 200 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07326865Recruiting
Sugar metabolism study in obese patients with and without MASLD
This study looks at how the liver responds to sugar given through a vein in obese patients with and without a fatty liver condition called MASLD. It may help doctors understand why some people develop liver problems from sugar and fat.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 35–65 - NCT07234916Enrolling by invitation
Multivitamins for people starting weight-loss injections
This trial tests whether a multivitamin can help people on the weight-loss injection Tirzepatide maintain healthy vitamin levels. If you're using this injection and meet the other criteria, you may join.
AmersfoortAges 18–70 - NCT07229170Recruiting
Taste changes and eating habits on weight loss drugs
This study looks at how GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide/Wegovy or tirzepatide/Mounjaro) change your sense of taste and eating habits while losing weight. If you are 18–60, have obesity, and have been taking one of these drugs for at least 12 weeks, you may qualify.
Roma, ItalyAges 18–60 - NCT07209995Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound-guided arm block for obese patients
This trial compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks for obese patients having surgery on or below the elbow. The goal is to find which approach works best for this group.
ZagazigAges 21–45 - NCT06561529Recruiting
Stomach bypass stent for liver scarring in obese patients
This study tests a stomach bypass stent to treat liver scarring caused by fatty liver disease in people with obesity. If you have obesity and a confirmed liver condition called NASH with moderate scarring, this stent might help you achieve weight loss and improve your liver health.
Riga, RigaAges 18–65 - NCT07107334RecruitingPhase 2
GLP-1 drug plus hormone IUD for early endometrial cancer in obesity
This trial tests if adding a GLP-1 weight-loss drug to a hormone-releasing IUD can help treat very early endometrial cancer or a precancerous condition in women with obesity. The goal is to see if this combination is effective without surgery.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07031986Recruiting
Lung surgery study for people with obesity
This trial compares two devices (bronchial blockers vs. double-lumen tubes) for one-lung ventilation during lung cancer surgery in people with obesity. It aims to find which method works better for this group.
Palma de Mallorca, Balearic IslandsAges 18–90 - NCT06746623Recruiting
Non-endoscopic screening for Barrett's in veterans without reflux
This trial tests a new, non-endoscopic screening method for Barrett's esophagus (a condition that can lead to cancer) in veterans who do not have chronic acid reflux. It aims to find early signs of the condition using a simple swallowable device, potentially avoiding the need for a traditional endoscopy.
Cleveland, OhioAges 40–85 - NCT06796764Recruiting
Breathing tube safety during endoscopy in people with obesity
This trial tests a special breathing tube to see if it can prevent low oxygen levels during sedated endoscopy in people with obesity. If you are scheduled for both an upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, this study may help make the procedure safer.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT06782529RecruitingPhase 4
Knee injection study for patients with obesity and arthritis
This study tests if steroid injections for knee arthritis work in people with obesity. It may help you manage pain and avoid surgery.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 55–85 - NCT06049420Recruiting
Lifestyle medicine for rural patients with chronic disease
This trial tests whether exercise therapy can help people with two or more chronic conditions like obesity, diabetes, or heart disease. It's designed for rural patients and requires a referral from your doctor.
Lewisburg, West VirginiaAges 18–64 - NCT06707012RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin plus antidepressants for depression in obesity
This trial tests whether adding metformin (a diabetes medicine) to usual antidepressant treatment can help improve depression in people who are overweight or obese. It is for adults age 18–44 who are newly diagnosed with depression and do not have diabetes.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–45 - NCT05895968Recruiting
Barbed Suture for Obese Patients Having Neck Surgery
This trial tests a special type of stitch (called barb suture) used during back-of-neck surgery. It is for people who are obese and need surgery for cervical spinal problems, to see if it helps recovery.
Xi'an, Shannxi ProvinceAges 28–85 - NCT04997473Recruiting
Mobile app weight-loss program for young transplant patients
This trial tests whether a phone app can help young people who previously had a stem cell transplant lose weight. It’s designed for people who are at least 100 days out from transplant and who meet weight criteria.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 13–30 - NCT06616714Recruiting
Weight loss procedure for people with obesity and IBD
This study tests a weight-loss procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (a stomach-reducing procedure done through a scope) in people with both obesity and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It aims to see if the procedure is safe and helpful for this group.
RomaAges 18–70 - NCT03087032RecruitingPhase 4
Liraglutide injections vs insulin for uncontrolled type 2 diabetes
This trial compares two treatment approaches—liraglutide injections versus a specific insulin (glargine) injection—plus meal-time insulin dosing (“bolus”) in adults with overweight/obesity and type 2 diabetes that isn’t well controlled. The goal is to see which option works better and is safer for improving blood sugar.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT05987410Recruiting
Nordic walking for weight and heart health after a cardiac event
This trial tests if a nordic walking program helps people with diabetes who are overweight or obese recover after a heart attack or heart procedure. If you had a heart event or stent/bypass in the last 3 months, this program could help you get stronger and manage your weight.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06617689Recruiting
Education on drinking and oral health after weight loss surgery
This study tests whether a patient education program can help people having weight loss surgery improve their drinking habits and oral hygiene.
TrondheimAges 18 years+ - NCT06759623Recruiting
Lung function and anesthesia in bariatric surgery
This study checks how well your lungs work after you receive anesthesia (sleep medicine) for weight-loss surgery. It will help doctors choose the best anesthetic for people with obesity.
GdanskAges 18 years+ - NCT06937060RecruitingPhase 3
Semaglutide for psoriasis and obesity
This trial tests if semaglutide, a medicine used for diabetes and weight loss, can help people with both psoriasis and obesity. You may qualify if you have moderate to severe psoriasis, a high body weight, and are of Chinese descent.
Hong KongAges 18–75 - NCT07213466RecruitingPhase 4
Personalized weight-loss medication for bipolar disorder
This study wants to see if a personalized approach with FDA-approved weight-loss medications can help people with bipolar disorder who are overweight or have obesity, while staying on their mood stabilizer treatment. It might be a good fit if you have bipolar disorder and struggle with your weight.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT05713448Recruiting
Check how common overweight is in adults with type 1 diabetes
This study looks at how many adults with type 1 diabetes have overweight or obesity. It may help improve future care planning for people living with type 1 diabetes.
LeuvenAges Any age - NCT07496463Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Setmelanotide for weight loss in pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1a
This study tests an experimental medication called setmelanotide to see if it can help with weight loss in people who have pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1a (PHP1a), a rare genetic condition that often leads to obesity. The goal is to find a new treatment option for weight problems related to PHP1a.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT07229027Recruiting
Global overweight and obesity registry study
This study aims to develop better ways to measure how overweight or obesity affects your life, including severity, quality of life, and costs. You will fill out surveys to help researchers understand your experience.
Milton KeynesAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obese patients?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 200 recruiting obese patients 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 obese patients 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 obese patients 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.