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NCT03137433 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Weight Loss With Meal-Replacement Therapy in Teens
A NA study of Pediatric Obesity and Obesity, Severe, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 126
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03137433: Completed NA study of Pediatric Obesity and Obesity, Severe, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
NCT03137433 is a NA study of Pediatric Obesity and Obesity, Severe that has completed, run by University of Minnesota. The registered enrollment target is 126 participants, below the 227-participant average among 45 other Pediatric Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (44% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03137433, a NA study of Pediatric Obesity and Obesity, Severe, has completed, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 126 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
This study seeks to examine whether meal-replacement therapy is able to enhance weight loss among teens with severe obesity. In addition, we are also interested in examining the degree of weight loss needed to improve important cardiometabolic risk factors among adolescents.
Primary Outcome
Percent change in body mass index (BMI) from baseline to 1-year (kg/m2)
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Meal-replacement Therapy
Study Locations (1)
Minnesota
- University of Minnesota - Minneapolis
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 126 participants |
| Start Date | 2018-01-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2023-04-30 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03137433 record still lists
NCT03137433 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 126 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 227-participant average among 45 other Pediatric Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (44% lower).
The record links to 2 conditions, with Pediatric Obesity appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Meal-replacement Therapy is the first listed.
NCT03137433 reports a single indexed study location in Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03137433 about?
NCT03137433 is a clinical study titled "Weight Loss With Meal-Replacement Therapy in Teens". This study seeks to examine whether meal-replacement therapy is able to enhance weight loss among teens with severe obesity. In addition, we are also interested in examining the degree of weight loss needed to improve important cardiometabolic risk factors among adolescents.
What is the current status of trial NCT03137433?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 126 participants. The study started on 2018-01-02. Estimated completion is 2023-04-30.
What conditions does trial NCT03137433 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Pediatric Obesity, Obesity, Severe.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03137433?
The interventions under investigation include: Meal-replacement Therapy (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03137433?
This trial is sponsored by University of Minnesota, which has 966 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03137433 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Minnesota. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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