Clinical trials
Obese Patients clinical trials
Below are recruiting obese patients clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 214 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07270068Recruiting
Diabetes remission through lifestyle change for Malaysian patients
This study tests whether a lifestyle program can help Malaysian adults with recently diagnosed type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity achieve remission of their diabetes. If you qualify, you’ll get support to change your diet and activity habits.
Seremban, Negeri SembilamAges 18–70 - NCT07469800RecruitingPhase 3
IBI362 for high blood pressure in overweight adults
This study tests an injectable medicine (IBI362) to see if it helps lower blood pressure in people who are overweight or have obesity. You may be eligible if you have high blood pressure but are not currently taking medication for it, and you do not have diabetes or major heart problems.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07587437Enrolling by invitation
Magnetic Camera Exam Before Weight-Loss Surgery
This study tests a swallowable magnetic camera to examine your stomach and small intestine before bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. The camera may help doctors plan your surgery and catch any issues beforehand.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04228978Recruiting
Lifestyle weight-loss program for people with PAD to stay mobile
This trial tests whether a healthy-lifestyle weight-loss program can help people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) lose weight and prevent worsening mobility. You may be eligible if you have PAD based on specific leg blood-flow test results and a higher body weight.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06379113RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Hormone therapy for obesity-linked endometrial cancer that didn't respond to progestin
This trial tests a combination of two hormone-blocking drugs (GnRHa plus letrozole) for women with early-stage, obesity-related endometrial cancer who haven't responded well to standard hormone therapy alone. The goal is to preserve the uterus and fertility while controlling the cancer.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT06790160Recruiting
Study of weight-loss medication effects on body composition
This trial looks at how two weight-loss medications, semaglutide and tirzepatide, affect your body's fat and muscle. It may help you understand if these medications improve your overall health beyond just weight loss.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06444646Recruiting
Studying fat cell particles in obesity
This study looks at tiny particles released from fat tissue in people with and without obesity. It aims to understand differences that might help explain obesity-related health problems.
Genk, LimburgAges 18–65 - NCT07093502Recruiting
Predicting outcomes after weight-loss surgery for severe obesity
This study is creating a system to predict how well people do after weight-loss surgery for severe obesity. It focuses on patients getting either a sleeve gastrectomy or a gastric bypass and aims to improve recovery and long-term results.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–50 - NCT07414043Recruiting
Understanding obesity drug treatments
This study aims to better understand patients who are prescribed medications like Orlistat, Mysimba, Saxenda, Wegovy, or Mounjaro for obesity. It will help doctors improve treatments for you.
Bologna, BolognaAges 12 years+ - NCT06466161Recruiting
Testing a new blood pressure measurement method in pregnant patients
This study is testing a new way to measure blood pressure on your forearm and upper arm. It aims to see if this method works well for pregnant patients, especially those with high blood pressure conditions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06839677Recruiting
Quality of life after endoscopic vertical gastroplasty
This study looks at how people feel about their quality of life after a type of weight loss surgery called endoscopic vertical gastroplasty (GVE). If you had this surgery at least 6 months ago and can use a computer or tablet, you may be able to share your experience through a survey.
Roma, RMAges 18 years+ - NCT06874309Recruiting
Brain stimulation before weight-loss surgery for better eating control
This trial tests if gentle electrical brain stimulation (called tDCS) before weight-loss surgery can help you gain better control over your eating habits. It's designed for people with severe obesity who struggle with overeating.
Brno, CzechiaAges 18–65 - NCT01736748Recruiting
Lifestyle coaching for children at high cardiometabolic risk
This study tests a tailored lifestyle program (changes around food and activity) for children who have higher-than-average weight for their age. It may help improve health habits and reduce future risk related to heart and metabolic health.
Montreal, QuebecAges 6–18 - NCT05908812Recruiting
Testing how blood sugar control links to a hormone in type 2 diabetes
This study looks at whether better blood sugar control changes levels of a hormone called irisin in people with type 2 diabetes and obesity, including those with or without age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia). Your results may help researchers understand the body’s response to diabetes and could guide future treatment ideas.
BariAges 60 years+ - NCT07514611Recruiting
Weight Loss Guidance for Heart Disease and Obesity
This trial tests whether using a smartphone app to guide weight loss helps people with coronary heart disease (a condition where blood vessels to the heart are narrowed) and obesity lose weight safely. The goal is to see if this personalized digital guidance can improve your health outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT05330910Recruiting
Repair of a stomach valve during sleeve weight-loss surgery
This trial tests whether doing a specific repair near the stomach valve (the gastroesophageal junction) during laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy can help people with a loose valve. It is aimed at adults who have a particular endoscopy finding (Hill grade III) and choose this weight-loss surgery.
SingaporeAges 21–65 - NCT06101693Recruiting
Biomarker study for suspected heart failure
This study looks at certain proteins in your blood to help doctors better understand and diagnose a type of heart failure called HFpEF. You might be able to join if your doctor recently ordered a blood test for NT-proBNP because they thought you might have heart failure.
GlasgowAges 18 years+ - NCT06239116RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
RM-718 for obesity from hypothalamus injury or Prader-Willi syndrome
This study tests a new medicine called RM-718 for people with severe obesity linked to a specific brain pathway (MC4R). It may help if your obesity is due to a brain injury or tumor affecting the hypothalamus, or if you have Prader-Willi syndrome.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–65 - NCT06538948Recruiting
Eating behavior after weight loss surgery
This study measures how people eat and how their gut hormones change after weight loss surgery. It compares different groups to understand differences between men and women.
Männedorf, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06599047Recruiting
Fat tissue study in type 2 diabetes surgery patients
This study looks at fat tissue in people with type 2 diabetes who are having abdominal surgery. It aims to understand how fat differs in people with diabetes compared to those without, which may help improve future treatments.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT04297592Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Antibiotics to prevent infection after hip or knee replacement
This trial studies whether giving antibiotics before and/or after surgery can lower the chance of a serious joint infection after elective hip or knee replacement. It’s aimed at people at higher risk for infection.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–99 - NCT06599918RecruitingPhase 2
Nicotinamide for liver scarring in fatty liver disease
This study tests whether nicotinamide (a form of vitamin B3) can help reduce liver scarring in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. You may qualify if you have moderate to severe liver scarring and are between 18 and 85 years old.
BarcelonaAges 18–85 - NCT05235945Recruiting
Exercise program for people waiting for weight-loss surgery
This trial studies whether an exercise program can help people prepare for bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. It aims to see if exercise is safe and beneficial while you’re waiting for your surgery date.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06561815Recruiting
Body composition test in heart attack patients
This trial looks at how a simple, painless test called bioelectrical impedance analysis can measure your body's water, fat, and muscle. It may help doctors understand how these factors affect recovery from a heart attack or unstable angina.
Buenos Aires, Buenos AiresAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obese patients?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 214 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.