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Overweight or Obesity and Elevated Liver Fat Clinical Trial in San Diego, CA

Access cutting-edge overweight or obesity and elevated liver fat treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in San Diego. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Amgen

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to San Diego

    Convenient for CA 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 San Diego site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Overweight or Obesity and Elevated Liver Fat Study in San Diego

The main objective of this trial will be to determine whether maridebart cafraglutide is superior to placebo on reduction in liver fat content and body weight in participants living with obesity or overweight and elevated liver fat content, when administered in conjunction with reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

Sponsor: Amgen

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age ≥ 18 years.
Body Mass index (BMI) ≥ 27 kg/m\^2 to ≤ 40 kg/m\^2 at screening.
For participants with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) at screening:
HbA1c ≤ 9.5% (80 mmol/mol) at screening.
Treated with diet and exercise alone and/or a stable treatment with metformin, sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, or combination.
Liver Controlled Attenuation Parameter (CAPTM) ≥ 300 dB/meter via FibroScan® assessment.
Liver fat content ≥ 10% by MRI as determined by the central imaging vendor at screening.
MRI assessment should only be performed after all other eligibility has been confirmed whenever possible.
History of at least 1 self-reported unsuccessful attempt at weight loss by diet and exercise.

Exclusion Criteria

Recent or planned surgical/device-based obesity treatment (\<1 year).
History of malignancy within the past 5 years (exceptions apply).
Type 1 diabetes or non-type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM); unstable/severe hypoglycemia.
Advanced diabetic retinopathy or macular edema.
History of pancreatitis (acute \<180 days or chronic).
History of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or MEN-2
Major cardiovascular event within 60 days (e.g., myocardial infarction \[MI\], stroke, coronary artery bypass graft \[CABG\]).
New York Heart Association (NYHA) Class IV heart failure.
Unstable psychiatric disorders within 2 years.
Significant liver disease other than metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) (e.g., hepatitis, cirrhosis, hepatic decompensation).
Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) \< 30 mL/min/1.73 m\^2 or on dialysis.
Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) ≥ 15, or suicidal ideation/behavior (Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale \[C-SSRS\]).
Inability to undergo MRI scan (e.g., due to metal implant, claustrophobia, or body size limitations).

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 San Diego?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07441252) has an active research site in San Diego, CA 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.

Overweight or Obesity and Elevated Liver Fat Treatment Options in San Diego, CA

If you're searching for overweight or obesity and elevated liver fat treatment options in San Diego, CA, this clinical trial (NCT07441252) 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 San Diego research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced overweight or obesity and elevated liver fat 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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