Recruiting studies
Steatotic Liver Disease
Study
Fatty liver: a silent problem, especially in people with metabolic disorders
Do you have a metabolic problem such as:
- obesity
- diabetes
- prediabetes
- hypertension
- high cholesterol or triglycerides
- large waist circumference?
Data shows that 70% to 90% of people with these conditions have fatty liver, sometimes without any symptoms.
The only way to know for sure is through screening.
But what exactly is a fatty liver?
The liver acts like a filter.
When there is too much fat circulating in the body (often due to a metabolic problem), it stores too much of it.
It's like a sponge absorbing too much oil: it becomes heavy, less efficient, and eventually becomes overworked.
Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis) doesn't cause pain, so you don't realize it.
But if it continues to accumulate fat, it can become fragile over time.
Eventually, this makes your liver less efficient at doing its job and can lead to several other problems.
Diex Recherche is conducting a supervised clinical trial.
This study aims to better understand how an investigational treatment could help adults with excess liver fat and an increased risk of complications.
Who is it for?
- Adults aged 18 and over
- With a liver fat percentage measured during an on-site assessment
Your role
If you are eligible, you will participate in a structured protocol supervised by healthcare professionals. Your participation is voluntary.
How does it work?
- Short questionnaire (2 minutes)
- Confidential phone call
- Information session and informed consent
- Scheduled visits and clinical assessments
What's included
- Study-related medical visits, at no charge
- Liver assessments and clinical follow-up
- Compensation may be available depending on the protocol
- Guaranteed confidentiality
Safety & ethics
- Study reviewed by an ethics committee
- Informed consent
- Close clinical monitoring
- Your usual medical care can generally continue
For your peace of mind
- You can stop at any time
- No automatic commitment
- No promise of results
- Discreet and compassionate approach
FAQ
Can I continue my metabolic treatments?
Often yes; it depends on the protocol.
How long will the study last?
Variable; all details are explained in advance.
Are there any fees?
No. Compensation may be offered if you are eligible.
Can I have someone with me?
Yes.
What if I change my mind?
You can stop at any time.
Ready to see if you might be eligible or to schedule your first screening?
Fill out a form (2 minutes)
I want to apply to this clinical study
Participate in the study of Québec Participate in the study of Trois-Rivières
For more information, contact us at
581 477-3439 (Québec), 819 801-9797 (Trois-Rivières)
or at 1-844-739-3439 (toll free), or fill the online form.
The study process in pictures
Explanation
Step 1 | Before starting the study, we will take time to fully explain the selection process and the conduct of the study by phone.
Meeting
Step 2 | After the initial phone interview, if you are still interested in taking part in a study, we schedule a preliminary meeting with you during which you may ask all the questions you wish and take the time you require to read over the consent form. This form explains, in detail, the different stages of each study.
Decision
Step 3 | You may make a decision at that time to move forward with or terminate the selection process. However, you are under no obligation to make an immediate decision. Based on briefing content, you may take the time necessary to come to a decision and consult with your personal physician or loved ones.
Tests
Step 4 | Depending on the nature of the study, some tests or medical examinations may be required. In the majority of cases, these tests or examinations are conducted on Diex Research premises based on your individual availability.
Departure
Step 5 | If you are eligible, you may then begin a clinical study with us.
