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Sleeve Gastrectomy clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 12 Sleeve Gastrectomy clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 6 countries (most in United States (5), France (3), Netherlands (1)). 1 was first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Early Phase 1 (1). There are also 3 NIH-funded research projects on Sleeve Gastrectomy, with $944,257 in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 12Clinical trials
- 3NIH research projects
- 1New in 30 days
- 6Countries
Newest Sleeve Gastrectomy clinical trials
All recruiting trials (12)
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15-year outcomes after sleeve gastrectomy in France
This study looks at how people who had sleeve gastrectomy have fared over 15 years to see long-term weight changes and health effects.
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Extra daily iron after sleeve gastrectomy to prevent anemia
This study tests whether taking an extra daily iron pill plus a multivitamin prevents iron deficiency anemia in adults during the six months after sleeve gastrectomy compared with taking a multivitamin alone.
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Foot reflexology to reduce nausea after sleeve gastrectomy
This will try foot reflexology to see if it reduces nausea and vomiting in adults after sleeve gastrectomy.
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Digestion and gut function after bariatric surgery
This project will test how digestion — including enzymes, bile acids, pH, and transit time — works in adults with obesity and in people at least one year after Roux‑en‑Y or sleeve gastrectomy by collecting intestinal samples and using a swallowable sensor capsule.
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Vestibular and balance changes before and after sleeve gastrectomy
This study will see if vestibular (balance) function improves in adults having sleeve gastrectomy for severe obesity by testing them before surgery and at one and six months after surgery.
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Link between MASH and mitochondrial membrane changes in people having bariatric surgery.
We will test whether changes in mitochondria-associated membranes (MAMs) in liver cells and blood immune cells are linked to MASH in adults undergoing bariatric surgery.
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A new surgical approach to reduce GERD after weight loss surgery
This study is testing a new type of weight loss surgery to see if it can help reduce acid reflux in people who have had weight loss surgery.
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Stanford program to advance robotic surgery for children and adolescents
This program will try the da Vinci Xi surgical robot in children and adolescents (ages 6–21, ≥15 kg) to see if it is safe and works well for procedures like sleeve gastrectomy, cholecystectomy, splenectomy, hysterectomy, and operations for endometriosis.
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Evaluating a new stapler for sleeve gastrectomy procedures
This study is testing a new stapler used in weight loss surgery to see if it helps prevent problems like bleeding or leaks after the procedure.
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Understanding how alcohol affects people after sleeve gastrectomy
This study looks at how alcohol affects mood and blood sugar in people who have had sleeve gastrectomy compared to those who haven't, to see if there are differences between men and women.
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Predicting gastroesophageal reflux after sleeve gastrectomy
This study is trying to find out what factors might lead to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in people after they have sleeve gastrectomy surgery.
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Effects of bariatric surgeries on glucose metabolism
This study tests how gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy surgeries affect blood sugar control after meals in people with diabetes to see which surgery might work better.
NIH-funded research (3)
Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.
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A safer sleeve surgery to reduce reflux after weight-loss surgery
A new version of vertical sleeve gastrectomy is being tested to lower the chance of acid reflux and reduce the risk of Barrett’s esophagus in people considering or having weight-loss surgery.
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Surgical technique to reduce acid reflux after sleeve gastrectomy
This trial tests a modified sleeve gastrectomy designed to lower new or worsening acid reflux in adults with obesity who are having bariatric surgery.
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New surgical method to reduce acid reflux after weight loss surgery
This study is testing a new type of weight loss surgery that aims to help people with obesity who also struggle with acid reflux, to see if it can reduce their reflux symptoms while helping them lose weight.
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Quick answers
How many Sleeve Gastrectomy clinical trials are recruiting right now?
12, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 6 countries. The most sites are in United States (5 trials), France (3 trials), Netherlands (1 trial), Egypt (1 trial), Turkey (Türkiye) (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Early Phase 1: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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