Changes in Ectopic Fat Following Surgically Induced Weight Loss - NCT00840307-75390 (Clinical Trial 271027)
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Dallas |
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TX |
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75390 |
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Obesity - Type 2 Diabetes |
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This study evaluates how ectopic fat (in the pancreas, heart, liver and skeletal muscle),
visceral fat, and subcutaneous fat changes following surgically induced weight loss using
gastric banding. The investigators also evaluate whether changes in pancreatic fat content
correlate with improvement in beta-cell function.
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Inclusion Criteria:
- Greater than 18 years old
- Fully understanding and willing to undergo study procedures
- Available for follow-up
- Understand and willing to sign informed consent
- Pharmacologic agents with the potential to change ectopic fat content (i.e.
pioglitazone) are allowed if the patient has been on a stable dose for at least 3
months and plans to continue the same dose for the duration of the study
Exclusion Criteria:
- Contraindication to MRI (i.e. metallic implants, severe claustrophobia, weight above
320lb)
- Contraindication to phlebotomy (i.e. no accessible veins, hemoglobin <10 mg/dL)
- History of pancreatic disease other than diabetes
- Regular use of more than 2 alcoholic drinks per day
- Pregnancy
- Non-English speaking |
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University of Texas Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75390
United States
Primary Contact:
Laura Golici, BA
Email: ResearchProgram@UTSouthwestern.edu
Phone: 214-648-2515
Secondary Contact:
Laura Golici, BA
Email: ResearchProgram@UTSouthwestern.edu
Phone: 214-648-2515 |
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November 16, 2009 |
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