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NCT01998750 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record
Study to Investigate Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Onset Obesity.
A clinical trial of Obesity, sponsored by Columbia University.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- 500
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
NCT01998750: Recruiting study of Obesity, sponsored by Columbia University.
NCT01998750 is a study of Obesity that is actively recruiting participants, run by Columbia University. The registered enrollment target is 500 participants, below the 819-participant average among 1,053 other Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (39% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 2 states. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01998750, a study of Obesity, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Columbia University.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- 500 participants
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
Study Summary
This study aims to investigate genetic causes of early childhood obesity. The investigators will enroll children and adults with severe early onset obesity (BMI \> 99th percentile) diagnosed prior to 6 years of age. The investigators will ask questions about the health and eating behavior of the participants, and perform a brief physical examination. The investigators will collect saliva or blood to perform genetic testing from the participants and invite family members to enroll in the study.
Primary Outcome
Identification of known or novel genetic variants in genes that underlie obesity.
Conditions Studied
Study Locations (2)
Massachusetts
- Boston Children's Hospital - Boston
New York
- Columbia University Medical Center - New York
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 500 participants |
| Start Date | 2014-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2030-12 |
What NCT01998750 shows while recruiting
NCT01998750 is an observational study that tracks outcomes without assigning an intervention. The registered 500 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 819-participant average among 1,053 other Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (39% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Obesity appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 0 interventions.
NCT01998750 reports a single indexed study location in Massachusetts, New York.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01998750 about?
NCT01998750 is a clinical study titled "Study to Investigate Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Onset Obesity.". This study aims to investigate genetic causes of early childhood obesity. The investigators will enroll children and adults with severe early onset obesity (BMI \> 99th percentile) diagnosed prior to 6 years of age. The investigators will ask questions about the health and eating behavior of the pa...
What is the current status of trial NCT01998750?
This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 500 participants. The study started on 2014-02. Estimated completion is 2030-12.
What conditions does trial NCT01998750 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Obesity.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01998750?
This trial is sponsored by Columbia University, which has 958 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT01998750 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Massachusetts, New York. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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