Weight Loss and Adipose Tissue Metabolism During Conservative Treatment of Obesity

Plain-language summary

This study examined changes in fat (adipose) tissue metabolism during diet-induced weight loss in people receiving treatment for obesity. Patients aged 18 and older with a body mass index of 28 kg/m² or higher who sought treatment for obesity took part. It is a study with no assigned phase and has been completed.

The summary above is a plain-language rendering of the official record. The original English title is shown for reference.

Trial details

Phase

N/A

Status

Completed

Sponsor

University of Helsinki

Intervention

Diet-Induced Weight Loss Program

Start date

8/19/2014

Estimated completion

8/17/2016

Related genes

Eligibility criteria

Criteria are reproduced from the ClinicalTrials.gov record in the original English. Only the trial team can determine eligibility.

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥18 years
* BMI ≥28 kg/m²
* Seeking treatment for obesity at Helsinki University Central Hospital or affiliated units

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnancy or lactation
* Current smoking
* Anemia (Hb \<130 g/L in men; \<120 g/L in women)
* Severe comorbid disease or condition judged by investigator to compromise safety
* Contraindications to MRI (e.g., metal implants, claustrophobia)