Registry for patients with lipodystrophy

Osse Registry for Patients With Lipodystrophy Run by the European Consortium of Lipodystrophies (ECLip)

University of Ulm · NCT03553420

This study is creating a registry to track the health and progress of people with lipodystrophy so that researchers can better understand the condition and improve care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Ulm (other)
Locations28 sites (Vienna and 27 other locations)
Trial IDNCT03553420 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This registry aims to monitor the progression of lipodystrophy, a rare disease, by consolidating patient data across multiple locations. The European Consortium of Lipodystrophies (ECLip) has developed a web-based platform to facilitate data collection while ensuring data protection and sovereignty. Medical centers worldwide can participate by entering patient data after obtaining necessary permissions and consent. The registry will help improve research conditions and provide reliable information on the incidence and health status of lipodystrophy patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this registry are individuals diagnosed with lipodystrophy.

Not a fit: Patients whose lipodystrophy is caused by anti-retroviral drugs may not benefit from this registry.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance understanding and management of lipodystrophy, leading to better patient care and treatment options.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully utilized registries for rare diseases, indicating that this approach is promising.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* lipodystrophy

Exclusion Criteria:

* lipodystrophy due to anti-retroviral drugs

Where this trial is running

Vienna and 27 other locations

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: Lipodystrophy Acquired, Lipodystrophy Congenital, lipodystrophy

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.