Studies what causes fatty liver in teens
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at why “nonalcoholic fatty liver disease” happens in teenagers and how it develops. It may help doctors better predict and prevent liver problems in children, even if there isn’t a new drug for you to take.
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Who can take part
- You are 12 to 18 years old and in puberty
- Your body weight is in the higher range used for obesity studies (BMI above the 85th percentile)
- You are generally healthy and not taking medicines every day long-term
- Your kidney test (creatinine) is not above 1.0 mg at baseline
- You are not pregnant (and pregnancy would end participation)
- You do not have major long-term heart, lung, or other serious illnesses
Quick eligibility check
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