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NCT00143962 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 4
Comparison of Two Approaches to Weight Loss Follow-Up Study
A Phase 4 study, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania.
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 6
- Enrollment target
NCT00143962: Completed Phase 4 study, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania.
NCT00143962 is a Phase 4 study that has completed, run by University of Pennsylvania. The registered enrollment target is 6 participants, below the 518-participant average among 9,235 other Phase 4 trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT00143962, a Phase 4 study, has completed, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 6 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
This is a follow-up research study to determine if there are any differences in the long-term maintenance of two diet groups, the Atkins' diet (low-carbohydrate) or the LEARN program (low-fat). The Atkins' diet continues to get a significant amount of popular attention and very little scientific evaluation. Due to the small amount of scientific data to support a low-carbohydrate diet and given the wide spread use of this type of diet, it is important to evaluate the long-term safety and effectiveness of the Atkins' diet. We will evaluate whether there are any differences between these two groups 3-years after participation in the initial 1-year study period. We will specifically assess weight, cholesterol levels, glucose and insulin levels, and eating habits and mood as we did originally.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Low Carbohydrate Diet
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 6 participants |
| Start Date | 2004-07 |
| Est. Completion | 2006-03 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
What the finished NCT00143962 record still lists
NCT00143962 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 6 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 518-participant average among 9,235 other Phase 4 trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Low Carbohydrate Diet is the first listed.
NCT00143962 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00143962 about?
NCT00143962 is a clinical study titled "Comparison of Two Approaches to Weight Loss Follow-Up Study". This is a follow-up research study to determine if there are any differences in the long-term maintenance of two diet groups, the Atkins' diet (low-carbohydrate) or the LEARN program (low-fat). The Atkins' diet continues to get a significant amount of popular attention and very little scientific eva...
What is the current status of trial NCT00143962?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 6 participants. The study started on 2004-07. Estimated completion is 2006-03.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00143962?
The interventions under investigation include: Low Carbohydrate Diet (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00143962?
This trial is sponsored by University of Pennsylvania, which has 1,423 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT00143962's enrollment target sits among peer trials
6 1983rd of 2000 higher than 12 of 2,000 other Phase 4 trials
participants (enrollment target), bucketed by value
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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