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Obesity Clinical Trial in Aurora, CO

Access cutting-edge obesity treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Aurora. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Aurora

    Convenient for CO residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Aurora site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Obesity Study in Aurora

The study plans to learn more about what happens to the body after bariatric surgery in people 12 to 24 years old. The study aims to understand why people respond differently to bariatric surgery and how to define success beyond weight loss alone. The study also plans to learn more about whether a medication (semaglutide) can help people 12 to 24 years old who, between 1 and 2 years after bariatric surgery, have not lost as much weight as expected.

Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Signed and dated informed consent form
Willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Male or female biological sex, age 12 through 24 years
In the preoperative pathway for vertical sleeve gastrectomy

Exclusion Criteria

Planned Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
Hypothalamic obesity
Type 2 Diabetes
Current use of oral glucocorticoids (i.e. within 10 days of baseline visit)
Current use of insulin Intervention/Treatment Phase Inclusion Criteria:
Signed and dated informed consent form
Status post vertical sleeve gastrectomy
Male or female biological sex, age 12 through 24 years
Meeting minimum nutrition goals
Obesity: age 12-17 years: BMI ≥95th%ile for age/sex \| age 18-24 years: BMI ≥ 30kg/m\^2
If entering the Intervention phase from the Observational phase: ≤20% BMI loss at 1 year postop
If entering the Intervention phase from the existing patient pool: ≤20% BMI loss at 1-2 years postop Exclusion Criteria:
Surgically correctable cause of suboptimal postoperative weight loss
Known hypersensitivity to any component of semaglutide
Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma
Personal history of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2
Hypothalamic Obesity
Type 2 Diabetes
History of pancreatitis
Uncontrolled hypertension
Clinically significant arrhythmia or heart disease that could be exacerbated by increased heart rate
Malignant neoplasm within the last 5 years
Untreated thyroid disorder
Tanner Stage 1
Baseline alanine transaminase (ALT) or aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≥ 5x upper limit of normal
Baseline Creatinine \>1.2mg/dL
Active treatment for bulimia nervosa
Active major psychiatric disorder limiting informed consent
Suicidal ideation of type 4 or 5 on Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
Intentional self-harm within the previous 1 month
Severe unmanaged depression, defined by Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression (CESD) score of 26 or greater and by clinical evaluation
Recent change to concomitant medications for hypertension, dyslipidemia, depression or anxiety (\<4 weeks prior to enrollment)
Use of oral glucocorticoids (within 10 days of baseline visit)
Use of metformin (within 3 months of baseline visit)
Use of insulin secretagogues (within 4 half-lives of the medication of baseline visit)
Current use of insulin
Use of anti-obesity medications (within 4 half-lives of the medication of baseline visit)
Current pregnancy
For females of reproductive potential: Plan to become pregnant in the next 8 months
For females of reproductive potential: Not on contraception (i.e. two forms of birth control for example oral birth control pills and condoms) for at least 1 month prior to enrollment and agreement to use these during study participation and for an additional 8 weeks after the final dose of study medication

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Aurora?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06575738) has an active research site in Aurora, CO that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Obesity Treatment Options in Aurora, CO

If you're searching for obesity treatment options in Aurora, CO, this clinical trial (NCT06575738) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Aurora research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced obesity specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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