Evaluation of the Intestinal Microbiome in Obese Children With and Without Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Status: Withdrawn
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Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Observational
SUMMARY
The goal of this study is to investigate comparisons between the intestinal microbiome in patients with obesity and in patients with obesity and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). With this protocol we hope to better understand how the microbiome of each individual works with disease progression.
Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 5
Maximum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: No
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• Age 5-18 Years old
• Willing to consent/undergo necessary procedures
• Obese (BMI>30)
• Speak English or Spanish
Locations
United States
Wisconsin
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Time Frame
Start Date: October 2008
Completion Date: October 2012
Treatments
Controls
Obese (BMI>30) and normal AST and ALT. Between the ages of 5 and 18 years old.
Liver Disease
Obese (BMI>30) and elevated AST and/or ALT (evidence of NAFLD). Between the ages of 5 and 18 years old.
Authors
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Medical College of Wisconsin