Obesity
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-04-04Clinical Trial Update: LapBand Adjustment to Improve Early Weight Loss [Phase 2, Phase 3]
Clinical trial update reporting results from Phase 2/3 studies evaluating adjustments to the Lap-Band adjustable gastric band to improve ear…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-04-04Clinical Trial Update: Evaluating the Effects Two Diets Combined With Exercise in Persons With Abdominal Obesity (The SHAPE5 Study) [Phase 3]
A Phase 3 study (SHAPE5) tested two diet approaches combined with exercise in adults with abdominal obesity; the trial has completed.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-04-04Clinical Trial Update: Evaluating the Effects of a Diet and Exercise Program in People With Type 2 Diabetes or Prediabetes: (The SHAPE3 Study) [Phase 4]
This entry notes that the SHAPE3 Phase 4 clinical trial evaluating a diet and exercise program for adults with type 2 diabetes or prediabete…
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FDA approval · 2013-04-02FDA Approved: XENICAL — Supplemental Application (H2-Pharma LLC)
FDA approved a supplemental application for XENICAL (orlistat) submitted by H2-Pharma LLC.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-04-02Clinical Trial Update: Trial of Provider-to-Patient Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Calls to Improve Weight Management in Community Health Centers (CHCs) [NA]
A completed clinical trial examined the use of provider-to-patient interactive voice response (IVR) calls to support weight management in co…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-04-02Clinical Trial Update: Remote Information Counseling for Elders [NA]
Indiana University conducted a remote information counseling trial for older adults with obesity; the study status is completed.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-04-01Clinical Trial Update: The Effect of Xenical on Weight and Risk Factors [Phase 4]
Phase 4 trial evaluating Xenical (orlistat) on weight change and cardiovascular risk factors in obesity and cardiovascular disease. The stud…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-29Clinical Trial Update: A Study of the Effects of Exercise Intensity on Insulin Sensitivity in Overweight Youth [Phase 4]
A Phase 4 trial examining how exercise intensity affects insulin sensitivity in overweight youth with Type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity; …
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-28Clinical Trial Update: Weight and Metabolic Effects of an Almond Enriched Hypocaloric, Low Fat Diet on Overweight and Obese Persons [Phase 1, Phase 2]
A Phase 1/2 clinical trial evaluated the weight and metabolic effects of an almond-enriched, hypocaloric, low-fat diet in overweight and obe…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-25Clinical Trial Update: Acute Effects of Dairy and Meat Proteins on Bone Metabolism and Metabolic Profile [NA]
A completed clinical trial from the University of Copenhagen evaluated the acute effects of dairy and meat proteins on bone metabolism and t…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-20Clinical Trial Update: Tissue Composition of Newborn Infants of Obese and Lean Mothers [NA]
A completed clinical trial comparing tissue composition in newborns of obese versus lean mothers to assess potential metabolic differences. …
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-20Clinical Trial Update: Hemodynamics, Salt Sensitivity and Body Composition in Patients With Morbid Obesity
This completed clinical trial examined hemodynamics, salt sensitivity, and body composition in adults with morbid obesity. Hypertension was …
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FDA approval · 2013-03-19FDA Approved: PHENTERMINE AND TOPIRAMATE — Supplemental Application (Prasco Laboratories)
FDA approves the supplemental application for a generic version of phentermine and topiramate (Prasco Laboratories). The approval covers wei…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-15Clinical Trial Update: Evaluation of a New Orange-Based Beverage Enriched With Polyphenols in Adult Humans [NA]
Completed clinical trial evaluating an orange-based beverage enriched with polyphenols in adults with overweight or obesity.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-14Clinical Trial Update: Engaging Motivation for the Prevention of Weight Regain [Phase 2]
Phase 2 clinical trial on motivation-based strategies to prevent weight regain has completed.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-11Clinical Trial Update: Bariatric Surgery for Morbid Obesity
A bariatric surgery trial for morbid obesity conducted by Columbia University has completed; results were posted on 2013-03-11.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-08Clinical Trial Update: New Frontiers on Bariatric Surgical Procedures: Classical Bypass for Type-2 Diabetic Patients With Obesity Grade I [Phase 2, Phase 3]
A completed Phase 2/3 trial evaluating the classical bypass bariatric procedure in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity grade I.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-07Clinical Trial Update: Restoration of Beta Cell Function and Cardiovascular Parameters in Relation to Adipoinsular and Enteroinsular Axes After Gastric Bypass Surgery [NA]
Clinical trial update on restoration of beta cell function and cardiovascular parameters after gastric bypass surgery in adults with Type 2 …
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-07Clinical Trial Update: Fat Mass Estimation in Overweight and Obesity
This clinical trial update notes a completed study on fat mass estimation in individuals with overweight and obesity.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS research · 2013-03-05Clinical Trial Update: Glucose Metabolism Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation in Prediabetes [NA]
A completed clinical trial from the University of Eastern Finland evaluating the effects of vitamin D supplementation on glucose metabolism …
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-03-04Clinical Trial Update: METHOD (Minimally Invasive, Endoscopically-delivered, Tolerable by Human Individuals, Non-morbid Obesity Device) Study [Phase 1]
A Phase 1 trial evaluating a minimally invasive, endoscopically-delivered obesity device (METHOD) by Sensate LLC has completed. The study ta…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-02-25Clinical Trial Update: Renin-Angiotensin Aldosterone System and Fibrinolysis Interaction in Humans-Specific Aim 3 [NA]
A completed clinical trial investigating Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System and fibrinolysis interaction in humans, focusing on obesity; r…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-02-22Clinical Trial Update: Comparison of MAG and Fish Oil Efficacy [NA]
A completed clinical trial comparing MAG and fish oil for obesity outcomes has been reported. The snippet does not provide efficacy results.
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CLINICAL_TRIALS trial_result · 2013-02-21Clinical Trial Update: Preventing Renal Functional Abnormalities With Calorie Restriction in Subjects With Abdominal Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes at Increased Renal and Cardiovascular Risk [Phase 2]
Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating calorie restriction to prevent renal abnormalities in adults with abdominal obesity and type 2 diabetes; t…
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CLINICAL_TRIALS withdrawal · 2013-02-21Clinical Trial Update: Intervention Study for Overweight and Obese Kindergarten Children [NA]
A clinical trial evaluating an intervention for overweight and obese kindergarten children has been withdrawn.