๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-27

Adipocyte-Derived Extracellular Vesicles, Weight Loss, and Endothelial Function (NCT06776081)

Adipocyte-Derived Extracellular Vesicles; Novel Biomarker and Mediator of Obesity-Related Endothelial Dysfunction

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of Colorado, Boulder

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Changes in adipose tissue biology are now recognized as a key factor underlying the increased risk of metabolic and cardiovascular disease with obesity. Clinical interest in adipocyte-derived extracellular vesicles (Ad-EVs) has intensified due to their potential as circulating biomarkers of adipose tissue health and systemic messengers, regulators and mediators of cardiometabolic health and disease with obesity. The investigators hypothesize that elevated Ad-EVs in adults with obesity will be negatively associated with endothelium-dependent vasodilation. Furthermore, the investigators hypothesize that in adults with obesity, intentional weight loss-induced reduction in circulating Ad-EVs is associated with greater endothelium-dependent vasodilation.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Colorado Boulder Clinical and Translational Research Center (CTRC) โ€” Boulder, Colorado

Age range: 40 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Weight loss without pharmacotherapy (OTHER)

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Colorado Boulder Clinical and Translational Research Center (CTRC) โ€” Boulder, Colorado

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (303) 735-3605

Email: greinerj@colorado.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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