Clinical trials
Sleeve Gastrectomy clinical trials
Below are recruiting sleeve gastrectomy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 63 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07747779Recruiting
Comparing two weight-loss surgeries for very high body weight
This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery to see how they affect hormones after a meal. It may help you choose a surgery that improves your health and weight loss.
Pathum Wan, BangkokAges 18–60 - NCT01984762Recruiting
Weight-loss surgery for type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether two weight-loss operations (sleeve gastrectomy or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass) can improve type 2 diabetes. It may help people with higher body weight and diabetes control, but it also requires meeting safety and health criteria.
GothenburgAges 18–60 - NCT06810882Recruiting
Two ways to give nausea medicine for weight loss surgery
This study compares giving ondansetron (a nausea medicine) through a vein versus injecting it near a nerve to prevent nausea and vomiting after weight loss surgery. It may help identify which method works best for patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
Tanta, Gharbia GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT06757296Recruiting
Endoscopic revision of sleeve gastrectomy for reflux or poor weight loss
This study tests a new, less invasive way to convert a sleeve gastrectomy into a different type of weight-loss surgery (SASI) in people who have ongoing gastroesophageal reflux or haven't lost enough weight. The goal is to see if this endoscopic procedure can improve reflux and help with weight loss without the need for a traditional surgery.
SingaporeAges 21–65 - NCT07429916RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Ketamine for shoulder pain after weight loss surgery
This trial tests if a single dose of ketamine, given during surgery, can reduce common shoulder pain after laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery. If you are having this weight-loss procedure and meet the weight and health criteria, this study may help improve your recovery.
IrbidAges 18–60 - NCT07495020Recruiting
Weight loss surgery study for type 2 diabetes
This study tests a new type of weight loss surgery for people with type 2 diabetes and a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 35. The surgery uses a clip and a special stitch to help with weight loss and diabetes control.
AstanaAges 18–65 - NCT02811900Recruiting
Study of outcomes after weight-loss (bariatric) surgery
This study follows adults who have bariatric (weight-loss) surgery to see what outcomes they experience afterward. It may help doctors better understand how well the surgery works in real life.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT07510347Recruiting
Pain relief study for sleeve gastrectomy patients
This study tests if giving pain medicine in a different area of the abdomen can reduce pain after weight-loss surgery. It may help you feel more comfortable after your sleeve gastrectomy.
Shibīn al Kawm, MenofiaAges 20–60 - NCT07446972Recruiting
Bariatric surgery and female sexual health study
This study looks at how weight-loss surgery (bariatric surgery) affects a woman's sexual function and hormone levels. It follows women who are already scheduled for surgery to see if their sexual health changes after the procedure.
Cairo, Al-Manial CairoAges 18–45 - NCT07436013Recruiting
Comparing two types of weight-loss revision surgery after sleeve gastrectomy
This trial compares two surgical options for people who have regained weight or didn't lose enough after a sleeve gastrectomy. It tests whether adding a ring to the standard revision surgery helps with long-term weight loss.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07366502Recruiting
Liposomal vs Regular Oral Iron After Sleeve Gastrectomy
This trial compares two types of oral iron supplements for people who have iron deficiency anemia after a sleeve gastrectomy. It aims to find which type is more effective at raising iron levels.
Istanbul, kadıköyAges 18–65 - NCT07327905Recruiting
Lidocaine or dexmedetomidine for pain during weight-loss surgery
This trial compares two medicines given through an IV during sleeve gastrectomy (weight-loss surgery) to see which provides better pain control. It may help patients have a smoother recovery with less discomfort.
AlexandriaAges 20–50 - NCT07313293Recruiting
Foot reflexology for nausea after weight-loss surgery
This trial tests if foot reflexology can help reduce nausea after sleeve gastrectomy (a type of weight-loss surgery). You may join if you are scheduled for this surgery and do not have foot problems or take strong pain medications.
La Roche-sur-YonAges 18 years+ - NCT07311525Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain after weight-loss surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy). If you qualify, you will receive one of these nerve blocks before surgery to help manage your recovery pain.
Banī Suwayf, Beni Suweif GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07293624Enrolling by invitation
Diet and inflammation after weight-loss surgery
This study looks at how your diet affects inflammation and stomach symptoms after weight-loss surgery. You'll fill out food records and have blood tests to see how your eating habits relate to your health.
Istanbul, UskudarAges 18–65 - NCT07286968Recruiting
Digestion Study After Weight-Loss Surgery
This study looks at how digestion works after weight-loss surgery. Volunteers may be people with obesity or those who had gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy at least a year ago. The goal is to learn more about gut function after surgery.
LeuvenAges 18–65 - NCT06789965Recruiting
Comparing two weight loss surgeries for severe obesity
This trial compares two different surgical techniques for people with severe obesity (BMI 40-50) to see which works better. It is for those who are good candidates for bariatric (weight loss) surgery.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18–60 - NCT07137117Recruiting
Phone counseling after sleeve gastrectomy for better health
This study tests whether phone counseling can help you eat better, stay active, and take your medications as prescribed after sleeve gastrectomy weight-loss surgery. If you qualify, you will receive regular calls from a counselor to support your recovery.
Adana, YüreğirAges 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 - NCT07063979Recruiting
Using a nerve-stimulation band to reduce nausea after weight-loss surgery
This trial tests if adding a small nerve-stimulation device (Reliefband) to standard recovery care can help prevent nausea and vomiting in the first 24 hours after robotic sleeve gastrectomy. If you are having this surgery and match the criteria, you may be able to join.
Plainsboro, New JerseyAges 18–75 - NCT07058155RecruitingPhase 4
TIPS and weight-loss surgery for liver disease with high blood pressure
This trial tests if doing a TIPS procedure (to lower blood pressure in the liver) before weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) helps people with advanced liver disease. It's for those who have cirrhosis and very high blood pressure in the liver, and who qualify for sleeve gastrectomy.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–70 - NCT04901429Recruiting
Check truncal nerve procedure during weight-loss surgery
This study looks at a nerve-related surgical step (“truncal vagotomy”) during revision weight-loss surgery that changes a sleeve stomach to a gastric bypass. It may help improve outcomes for people who need this type of second surgery.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07033221Recruiting
Balance and inner ear function in obesity
This study looks at how obesity affects your sense of balance (vestibular function). It compares people with obesity who are candidates for weight-loss surgery to people without obesity, to see if weight affects balance.
Istanbul, KüçükçekmeceAges 18–60 - NCT06547515Recruiting
Bone and muscle health after sleeve gastrectomy
This study looks at how sleeve gastrectomy surgery affects bone and muscle health in men and women at different life stages (before and after menopause). It compares people having the surgery with those who qualify but don't have it.
QuébecAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sleeve gastrectomy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 63 recruiting sleeve gastrectomy 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 sleeve gastrectomy 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 sleeve gastrectomy 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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