Examining how bariatric surgery affects kidney oxygen levels in obese adults with type 2 diabetes

The Effects of Bariatric Surgery on Kidney Oxygenation in Obese Adults With Type 2 Diabetes and Hyperfiltration

Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc · NCT06284785

This study is testing how bariatric surgery affects oxygen levels in the kidneys of obese adults with type 2 diabetes to see if it can help improve their kidney health.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
SponsorAmsterdam UMC, location VUmc (other)
Locations1 site (Amsterdam, Noord-Holland)
Trial IDNCT06284785 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the impact of bariatric surgery on kidney oxygenation in obese adults suffering from type 2 diabetes and hyperfiltration. Using BOLD-MRI and kidney hemodynamic function measures, the study compares kidney oxygen levels before and after surgery in both men and women. The goal is to determine if kidney hypoxia can be identified as a modifiable factor in the progression of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) and to explore potential non-surgical interventions targeting this issue. The study also aims to assess differences in kidney oxygenation between obese T2D patients and various control groups.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include Caucasian men and women aged 18-55 with obesity, type 2 diabetes, and hyperfiltration scheduled for gastric bypass or sleeve surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with type 1 diabetes, post-menopausal women, or those with recent cardiovascular events may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies for diabetic kidney disease by targeting kidney hypoxia.

How similar studies have performed: While some studies have shown improvements in kidney outcomes following bariatric surgery, this specific approach focusing on kidney hypoxia is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Group 1: T2DM patients with obesity and hyperfiltration

Inclusion criteria:

* Caucasian; man or women aged ≥18 years and \<55 years. Females must be pre-menopausal
* Type 2 diabetes mellitus or pre-diabetes with HbA1c ≥45mmol/mol and \<10% (\<94mmol/mol)
* BMI ≥35
* eGFR\>90 ml/min calculated as by CKD-EPI
* Provision of signed and dated, written informed consent prior to any study specific procedures
* Hypertension should be controlled, i.e., ≤ 155/95 mmHg.
* Scheduled for gastric bypass or gastric sleeve

Exclusion criteria:

* Diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus
* Post-menopausal females (defined as no menses \>1 year and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) \>31 U/L)
* Cardiovascular disease event in the last 6 months prior to enrollment as assessed by the investigator, including: myocardial infarction, cardiac surgery or revascularization (CABG/PTCA), unstable angina, heart failure, transient ischemic attack (TIA) or significant cerebrovascular disease, unstable or previously undiagnosed arrhythmia.
* Chronic use of sodium-glucose transporter-2 inhibitors, oral glucocorticoids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), immune suppressants, chemotherapeutics, antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), diuretics, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
* Current urinary tract infection or active nephritis
* History of allergy/hypersensitivity to any of the test agents
* Contra-indication for MRI
* Any other condition that prevents participation as judged by investigator.

Group 2: Non-diabetic lean controls

Inclusion criteria:

* Caucasian; male of female aged ≥18 years and \<40 years. Females must be pre-menopausal
* Provision of signed and dated, written informed consent prior to any study specific procedures.
* Normal glucose tolerance confirmed by HbA1c
* No hypertension
* BMI ≥18,5 and \<25 kg/m²

Exclusion criteria:

* Macro-albuminuria (defined as UACR\>30 mg/mmol)
* Post-menopausal females (defined as no menses \>1 year and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) \>31 U/L)\*.
* Cardiovascular disease event in the last 6 months prior to enrollment as assessed by the investigator, including: myocardial infarction, cardiac surgery or revascularization (CABG/PTCA), unstable angina, heart failure, transient ischemic attack (TIA) or significant cerebrovascular disease, unstable or previously undiagnosed arrhythmia.
* Chronic use of renin-angiotensin-system blockers, sodium-glucose transporter-2 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, oral glucocorticoids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), immune suppressants, chemotherapeutics, antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), diuretics ormonoamine oxidase inhibitors.
* Current urinary tract infection or active nephritis
* History of allergy/hypersensitivity to any of the test agents
* Contra-indication for MRI

Where this trial is running

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Kidney Hypoxia, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Obesity, Bariatric surgery

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.