Study how “fat-like” particles affect blood vessel function
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at whether tiny fat-based particles (“adiposomes”) can affect how well your blood vessels work, especially in people with diabetes and higher body weight. You may be asked to do moderate exercise and other study procedures after passing safety checks.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 50 years old
- Have a BMI of 35 or higher (a measure of body size)
- Have diabetes—either you take diabetes medicine or your fasting blood sugar is high
- Be able to safely do moderate-intensity exercise based on a medical clearance
- Be able to do the study in English
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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