Cirrhosis of liver
MONDO:0005155A disorder characterized by replacement of the liver parenchyma with fibrous tissue and regenerative nodules. It is usually caused by alcoholism, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Complications include the development of ascites, esophageal varices, bleeding, and hepatic encephalopathy.
Also known as: cirrhosis, liver cirrhosis
616 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Hormone drug may slow Aging-Related diseases in rare condition
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether low doses of the hormone drug danazol can slow the shortening of telomeres—the protective caps on DNA—in people with telomere diseases. These conditions can cause bone marrow failure, lung scarring, and liver damage. Eighteen participants took danazol fo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug targets fatty liver in genetically At-Risk patients
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug, LY3849891, in 115 people with fatty liver disease who carry a specific gene variant (PNPLA3 I148M). The main goal was to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Researchers also looked at changes in liver fat and inflammation us…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Promising new treatment for rare liver disease shows potential in Late-Stage trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called seladelpar in 96 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare liver disease. Participants had not responded well or could not tolerate the standard treatment. The goal was to see if seladelpar could lower a key liver enzyme (alkaline phosp…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could a flavonoid combo reverse liver scarring and prevent cancer in hepatitis b?
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 4 trial tested whether adding SB Flavon (a blend of flavonoids, vitamin C, and L-arginine) to standard Tenofovir therapy can reverse advanced liver scarring (cirrhosis) and prevent liver cancer in 134 people with chronic hepatitis B. The study measured liver …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Trieu, Nguyen Thi, M.D. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Diet plan may help fight muscle weakness in liver cirrhosis
Disease control CompletedLiver cirrhosis often causes muscle weakness and frailty, even in stable patients. This study tested whether a personalized diet with extra calories and protein, along with nutrition counseling, could improve muscle strength and quality of life. About 70 adults with stable cirrho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Roma La Sapienza • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Antibiotics before endoscopy: necessary or not for cirrhosis patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving antibiotics before an endoscopic procedure helps prevent fever and rebleeding in people with cirrhosis who have had variceal bleeding before. 226 patients were randomly assigned to receive the antibiotic ceftriaxone or no antibiotics before the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Tiny trial hopes drug can ease liver damage in rare triple condition
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 2 trial tested a drug called foscenvivint in just 5 people with liver cirrhosis caused by HIV and hepatitis C co-infection who also have hemophilia. The goal was to see if the drug could improve liver function scores over 24 weeks. Because the study is very s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kiminori Kimura, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug shows promise for rare liver disease in Late-Stage trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called saroglitazar magnesium in 196 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease. Participants either took the drug or a placebo to see if it improved liver function markers. The goal was to lower certain liver enzymes and bilir…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Zydus Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Which antibiotic wins for liver infection? new study compares ciprofloxacin and ceftriaxone
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two antibiotics—ciprofloxacin and ceftriaxone—given intravenously to 310 patients with liver cirrhosis who developed a serious infection called spontaneous bacterial peritonitis. The goal was to see which drug better controlled fever, abdominal pain, and infec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shahida Islam Medical Complex • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug cocktail reverse liver scarring? early trial hints at possibility
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of two drugs, dasatinib and quercetin, can reduce liver scarring in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and fibrosis. Thirty adults with biopsy-confirmed liver scarring took either the drug combo or a placebo in cycles ove…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Prehab before liver transplant: a new hope for frail patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a structured program combining exercise, nutritional advice, and psychological support is safe and doable for frail adults with cirrhosis waiting for a liver transplant. Twenty-five participants were enrolled to see if they could stick with the program a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New triple therapy aims to clear hepatitis c before liver transplant
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of three drugs (pegylated interferon, ribavirin, and boceprevir) in 58 adults with genotype 1 hepatitis C and cirrhosis who were waiting for a liver transplant. The goal was to see if the treatment could clear the virus before surgery. The study me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: French National Agency for Research on AIDS and Viral Hepatitis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New infusion drug targets MASH cirrhosis in small safety trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called BI 770371 in 28 people with compensated cirrhosis caused by MASH, a liver disease linked to metabolism. Participants received either the drug or a placebo as an infusion every 3 weeks for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see how well the drug is tole…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Robotic surgery spares nerves to cut digestive woes in cirrhosis
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new robotic surgery technique that protects the vagus nerve during spleen removal and blood vessel disconnection in 60 cirrhosis patients with portal hypertension. The goal was to see if it reduces common side effects like diarrhea and delayed stomach emptying…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New blood test could save lives in liver failure bleeding emergencies
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special blood test (ROTEM) can better guide blood transfusions in people with acute-on-chronic liver failure who are bleeding from enlarged veins. 262 participants were randomly assigned to receive transfusions based on either the new test or standard …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Poop pills? fecal transplants tested for liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 3 trial tested whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) could help people with liver cirrhosis. Nineteen patients received FMT via colonoscopy. Researchers measured liver stiffness and signs of brain confusion (hepatic encephalopathy) one month later. T…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cristian Ichim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New Lab-Grown albumin could ease fluid swelling in liver patients
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a lab-made version of human serum albumin (r-HSA) in 36 people with cirrhosis and ascites (fluid buildup in the belly). The goal was to check safety, how the body processes the drug, and whether it might help. Participants received one of three doses…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Protgen Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to tame rare liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called CNP-104 in 42 adults with primary biliary cholangitis, a rare liver disease, who did not get better with standard treatments. The drug is designed to calm the immune system's attack on the bile ducts. The main goals were to check safety and see…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: COUR Pharmaceutical Development Company, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can two old drugs together save young livers?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving both midodrine (a blood-pressure drug) and albumin (a protein infusion) to children with cirrhosis and fluid buildup (ascites) could prevent serious complications like kidney injury, low sodium, and confusion. Sixty-one children were split into tw…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, India • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Lab-Made albumin could replace donor protein for liver patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a lab-made version of a blood protein (recombinant human serum albumin) works as well as the natural version for treating fluid buildup in the belly (ascites) caused by severe liver disease. 390 adults with liver cirrhosis and ascites took part. The goal…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Protgen Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Computer-Guided drug dosing shows promise for diabetic patients with liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using a computer model to adjust doses of two common drugs (sitagliptin for diabetes and duloxetine for nerve pain) works better in people with liver cirrhosis. 64 patients with cirrhosis, diabetes, and nerve pain were grouped by liver severity and given…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Placenta extract shows promise for liver disease in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested LAENNEC, a substance made from human placenta, in 49 adults with chronic liver disease. The study aimed to check if the treatment is safe and whether it can improve liver function, measured by a drop in ALT levels. Participants received either …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Green Cross Wellbeing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New app aims to empower liver cirrhosis patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app called ReLiver-N designed to help people with liver cirrhosis take a more active role in their care. The app provides health education, self-management tools, and a system to flag urgent issues. Researchers enrolled 48 patients with mild to mode…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Akdeniz University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New liver cancer treatment shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a chemotherapy drug called idarubicin mixed with a contrast oil (lipiodol) injected directly into the liver artery for people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The 15 participants all had cirrhosis. The goal was to find a safe dose…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Computer model may help tailor blood pressure meds for liver patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a computer program (Simcyp) could predict the right doses of two blood pressure drugs, nebivolol and carvedilol, for people with liver cirrhosis and high blood pressure. Forty patients were randomly assigned to one of the two drugs and monitored for thre…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Umbilical cord stem cells tested for liver cirrhosis – early results promising?
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested whether stem cells from donated umbilical cords are safe for people with liver cirrhosis. Twenty adults received an infusion of these cells and were monitored for a year. The main goal was to check for side effects, but researchers also looked for si…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vinmec Research Institute of Stem Cell and Gene Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame cirrhosis complications
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of two drugs, zibotentan and dapagliflozin, is safe for people with cirrhosis, a serious liver condition. 73 adults with cirrhosis took part, receiving either the drug combo, zibotentan alone, or a placebo. The main goal was to check for si…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Stent showdown: double stents may clear tough bile stones in cirrhosis patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 400 people with liver cirrhosis who had large or complex bile duct stones that couldn't be removed during a first procedure. Doctors placed either one or two plastic stents to help drain the bile and make stones easier to remove later. The goal was to find th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Liver Institute, Egypt • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Simple drug may cut infection risk after major gut surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, can lower the chance of infection after gastrointestinal surgery. Over 3,300 adults at higher risk for complications took part. The goal was to see if the drug reduces surgical site infections compared to a …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bayside Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Own stem cells tested to fight liver scarring in 700 patients
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 3 study followed 700 people with liver cirrhosis caused by hepatitis B, C, or fatty liver disease. Researchers took a small amount of bone marrow from each patient, processed it to collect stem cells, and infused those cells back into the patient. The goal wa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ukraine Association of Biobank • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Early liver transplant offers hope for severe alcoholic hepatitis patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether early liver transplantation can help people with severe alcoholic hepatitis who did not get better with medical treatment. Researchers compared alcohol relapse rates in 284 patients who received early transplants to those transplanted after a 6-month …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Could a growth hormone help people with End-Stage liver disease?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving growth hormone to people with decompensated liver cirrhosis (advanced liver scarring) could improve their health and survival. The trial included 96 adults with this condition. Researchers measured how long patients survived without major complica…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare liver disease in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding fenofibrate to standard treatment (ursodeoxycholic acid) helps people newly diagnosed with primary biliary cholangitis, a chronic liver disease. Thirty adults participated to see if the combination could normalize liver enzyme levels a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Han Ying • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New nanoparticle therapy tested for autoimmune liver disease – first human trial complete
Disease control CompletedThis first-in-human study tested a single dose of PVT201, a nanoparticle-based drug, in 24 people: healthy volunteers and patients with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) or primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). The main goal was to check safety and how the drug moves through the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Parvus Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New shot targets genetic form of fatty liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a monthly injection called AZD2693 in 220 adults with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver scarring, who carry a specific genetic risk factor. The goal was to see if the drug could reverse liver inflammation and scarring without making it worse. The tr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New pill combo aims to cure hepatitis c in just 8 weeks
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new combination of two antiviral pills, bemnifosbuvir and ruzasvir, taken once daily for 8 weeks in 275 adults with chronic hepatitis C. The main goal was to see if the virus was still undetectable 12 weeks after treatment ended. The trial is now complete, and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Atea Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame rare liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding bezafibrate to the standard drug obeticholic acid helps people with primary biliary cholangitis, a rare liver disease. 72 adults took part, and researchers measured changes in a key liver enzyme over 12 weeks. The goal is to see if the combination…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Intercept Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Protein shake after liver transplant: simple fix for muscle loss?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving liver transplant patients a daily high-protein drink for 12 weeks helps them maintain muscle mass. Thirty patients on the transplant list took part. Researchers measured muscle mass with CT scans and tracked how well patients stuck with the drink.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:03 UTC
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Could a daily shot tame fatty liver scarring?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called cotadutide in 54 adults with a type of fatty liver disease that includes liver scarring but not cirrhosis. Participants received either the drug or a placebo as a daily injection. The main goal was to check safety and tolerability, with results hel…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:23 UTC
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Could a common gut drug clear brain fog in liver patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether nifuroxazide, a drug used for gut infections, can help treat hepatic encephalopathy—a condition where liver disease causes confusion and brain fog. Researchers gave the drug to 80 hospitalized patients with moderate to severe symptoms. The goal was to se…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:44 UTC
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Artificial intelligence spots hidden liver scarring from simple blood tests
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests a computer program called NIMIT-AI that analyzes routine blood test results over multiple doctor visits to detect liver scarring in people with fatty liver disease (MASLD). Unlike the current standard method (FIB-4), which often misses cases and fails with incomp…
Sponsor: Siriraj Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple breath test spot hidden diseases early?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study is testing a portable, non-invasive breath analyzer that measures tiny particles in exhaled breath to screen for conditions like type 2 diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, and lung disease. Researchers will enroll healthy volunteers and people with known diagnoses…
Sponsor: Respyr • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New blood test may spot liver cancer sooner in High-Risk patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at 639 adults with cirrhosis to see if a blood test called mSEPT9 can detect liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) better than the current standard test (AFP). Participants gave an extra blood sample during routine care, and researchers compared how well each …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Quick strip test could speed up infection diagnosis in cirrhosis patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a simple strip test called PeriScreen to quickly diagnose infection in the belly fluid of people with cirrhosis. The goal is to see if the strip can spot infections as accurately as standard lab tests, helping doctors start treatment faster. About 649 adults wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Blow into this tube: a simple breath test might spot liver disease early
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a breath test could help detect liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, or liver cancer. Researchers collected breath samples from 56 patients with known or suspected liver disease and analyzed them for specific chemical markers. The goal was to see if the test co…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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No-Needle liver test: MRI may replace painful biopsies
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, fully automated MRI technique to diagnose liver fibrosis and inflammation without needing a needle biopsy or contrast dye. Researchers scanned 200 adults with chronic liver disease and compared the MRI results to standard biopsy findings. The goal is to p…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New blood test may spot liver cancer earlier in hepatitis c patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether measuring tiny molecules called microRNAs in the blood can help diagnose liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) in people with hepatitis C. Researchers tested blood samples from 84 participants, including healthy people and those with hepatitis C, wi…
Sponsor: Benha University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Quick MRI may outshine ultrasound for liver cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a shorter, contrast-enhanced MRI (called AMRI) is better than standard ultrasound for finding liver cancer early in people with cirrhosis. 79 adults with cirrhosis underwent both scans, and researchers compared how accurately each method detected cancer.…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could replace painful liver biopsies
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special ultrasound, called ShearWave Elastography, can measure liver stiffness without needing a needle biopsy. Over 1,200 adults with chronic liver disease, liver transplants, or heart failure had a quick scan during a regular clinic visit. The goal w…
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Blow into this tube: a new breath test could spot liver cancer and COVID-19
Diagnosis CompletedThis study by Mayo Clinic tested whether analyzing chemicals in a person's breath could help diagnose or predict the course of liver disease, liver cancer, and COVID-19. Researchers collected breath samples from 46 participants and looked for unique patterns of volatile organic c…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Which liver biopsy method wins? new study pits EUS against ultrasound
Diagnosis CompletedThis study compared two methods of taking a liver tissue sample: one using an endoscope with ultrasound (EUS) and the other using a needle through the skin (percutaneous). Researchers wanted to see which method provides better samples for diagnosing liver disease. The trial invol…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, India • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could spare liver patients from costly scans and needles
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special ultrasound with contrast dye (CEUS) can more accurately identify liver lesions than standard ultrasound or other imaging methods like CT and MRI. Researchers enrolled 878 participants with liver lesions found on standard ultrasound. The goal wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Thin vs. thick needle: which is better for liver biopsy?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at two different needle sizes used to take liver tissue samples during an endoscopy procedure. The goal was to see which needle gives better samples for diagnosing liver disease. 82 patients with unexplained high liver enzymes took part, and each had samples tak…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duzce University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New MRI scan could replace liver biopsies
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested how well a special MRI scan called LiverMultiScan can measure liver fat, iron, and scarring. 61 adults with various liver diseases had up to 6 scans on different machines. The goal was to see if the results are consistent when repeated on the same scanner or on …
Sponsor: Perspectum • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could a quick ultrasound replace painful liver biopsies for kids?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a noninvasive device called FibroScan can accurately measure liver scarring (fibrosis) in children, potentially replacing the need for a liver biopsy. Researchers compared FibroScan results with biopsy results in 264 children aged 6 months to 18 years wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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AI reads heart traces to find silent liver danger
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool, called ACE 2.0, can detect undiagnosed liver cirrhosis by analyzing a routine electrocardiogram (ECG). Researchers at Mayo Clinic enrolled 279 primary care clinicians and their adult patients. The AI flagged ECGs tha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Simple blood tests may spot liver damage in thalassemia kids
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at 100 children with beta-thalassemia major and iron overload to see if simple blood tests (ferritin and hepcidin) can detect liver scarring (fibrosis) as accurately as other non-invasive methods. Researchers measured these blood markers and compared them to ult…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:15 UTC
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Liver patients get brain protection: antibiotic may stop confusion after TIPS
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether the antibiotic rifaximin could prevent a serious brain condition called hepatic encephalopathy in people with cirrhosis who undergo a TIPS procedure. The TIPS procedure helps reduce pressure in the liver but often leads to confusion and other brain issue…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Cheap antibiotic may prevent deadly infection in liver patients
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at whether doxycycline, a common antibiotic, can prevent spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in people with cirrhosis. SBP is a serious infection of the belly fluid that can be life-threatening. The study included 841 adults with cirrhosis who were at risk f…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Tai-Chi and lactulose combo tested to stop falls in liver patients
Prevention CompletedThis completed Phase 3 trial tested whether a combination of lactulose (a medicine) and virtual Tai-Chi (a gentle exercise) could reduce falls and other serious events in 230 people with cirrhosis and portal hypertension. Participants were randomly assigned to different sequences…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Can a buddy app slash hospital readmissions for liver patients?
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app called PatientBuddy designed to help people with cirrhosis and their caregivers manage care at home. The goal was to reduce avoidable hospital readmissions within 30 days after discharge. Researchers enrolled 232 patients and their caregivers to…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:11 UTC
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Simple home workouts may boost strength before liver transplant
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized home exercise program (walking three times a week and strength training with elastic bands twice a week) could improve fitness and strength in 30 adults waiting for a liver transplant. The goal was to see if better fitness before surgery c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Lidocaine spray may reduce muscle relaxant needed for tube insertion
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a lidocaine spray along with a low dose of a muscle relaxant (cisatracurium) can make placing a breathing tube easier and safer during ERCP, a procedure for bile duct problems. 186 adults with liver issues were randomly assigned to receive either t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Jiangang Song • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Walking program shows promise for liver patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a 16-week brisk walking program, combined with dietary advice, could improve heart rate control and blood vessel health in adults with early-stage cirrhosis (liver scarring). Fifty participants aged 45-75 who were not very active took part. The goal w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a home exercise program help liver transplant patients get stronger?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a home-based physical therapy program called LIFT for people with liver cirrhosis waiting for a transplant. The program included a personalized exercise plan, a smartphone app to track progress, daily text reminders, and regular phone check-ins. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can breathing and meditation ease PBC symptoms? new study says maybe.
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 10-week online wellness program for women with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease that causes fatigue, itching, brain fog, and emotional distress. The program included guided breathing, meditation, gentle movement, and optional nutritio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can an online wellness program ease anxiety in chronic disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New program aims to bridge racial gaps in end-of-life care
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program called PRISM, which teaches skills like stress management and goal setting, to see if it helps racial minority patients with serious illnesses feel more resilient and communicate better with their healthcare providers. The study enrolled 28 seriously i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Can old drugs ease bladder and asthma symptoms in liver disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether two drugs, mirabegron and montelukast, are safe and helpful for people with liver cirrhosis who also have overactive bladder and asthma. 78 participants took part over 3 months. Researchers tracked bladder symptoms, breathing issues, and side effects …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Could a gentle electric zap at key points make emergency gut exams easier for liver patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a mild electrical stimulation at specific acupoints (TEAS) helps people with cirrhosis tolerate an urgent endoscopy for suspected variceal bleeding. 180 patients were split into three groups: active TEAS, sham TEAS (electrodes but no current), or standar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing 302 Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New sleep drug shows promise for liver patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a sleep medication called lemborexant in 82 adults with liver cirrhosis who had trouble sleeping. The drug works by blocking wakefulness signals in the brain. Researchers measured sleep quality and checked for side effects on the liver. The goal was to see if le…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Indonesia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New study tests better comfort care for liver patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two approaches to bring palliative care (comfort-focused care) to people with end-stage liver disease. About 1,500 adults from 19 U.S. centers took part. One group had direct access to a palliative care specialist; the other group saw a liver doctor specially tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Albert Einstein Healthcare Network • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Decade-Long study aims to unlock liver disease risks in HIV-Hepatitis b patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows adults in Zambia who have both HIV and chronic hepatitis B to track liver health over up to 10 years. Researchers aim to understand how current HIV treatments affect hepatitis B and liver damage, and to identify factors that lead to serious outcomes like liver …
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver function may change how tirabrutinib acts in the body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug tirabrutinib is processed in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Forty participants took a single oral dose, and researchers measured drug levels and safety. The goal was to und…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood protein may reveal hidden nerve damage in diabetes and fatty liver
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis observational study investigates whether a substance in the blood called nociceptin is linked to overactive nerves in people who have both type 2 diabetes and metabolic fatty liver disease. Researchers will compare 50 patients with both conditions to 50 healthy volunteers, m…
Sponsor: Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Swallowable capsule could unlock secrets of Gut-Liver connection
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether a special capsule, called SIMBA, can safely collect fluid from the small intestine in people with liver cirrhosis. Participants swallow two capsules, which are later recovered from stool. Researchers will analyze the fluid to compare gut bacteria and meta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanessa Stadlbauer-Koellner, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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HIV drug side effects: new study probes liver damage risk
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at liver fibrosis (scarring) in 127 HIV patients who had high liver enzymes while on antiretroviral therapy. Participants underwent tests like liver biopsy, ultrasound, and CT scans to measure liver damage. The goal was to understand how common and severe liver …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Liver study tests new drug dosing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the body processes a single dose of the drug etavopivat in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver disease compared to those with healthy livers. 48 adults took part. The goal was to understand how liver function affects drug levels and safety, which …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Hidden pain in liver patients: a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how often hospitalized patients with cirrhosis experience pain. Researchers asked 30 patients about their pain, its location, intensity, and whether it was chronic. The goal was to highlight an often-overlooked issue and encourage better pain care f…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Toulon La Seyne sur Mer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can shedding pounds heal the liver? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 255 people with severe obesity who had weight-loss surgery. Researchers wanted to see if losing weight could improve liver scarring (fibrosis) by measuring certain blood tests before and one year after surgery. The goal was to understand how weight loss affec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Iron clues could save lives in liver crisis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 98 adults with cirrhosis who were hospitalized for sudden worsening of their liver condition. Researchers measured different forms of iron in the blood to see how they relate to short-term death risk. The goal was to better understand iron's role in liver fai…
Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Zambia study tracks hepatitis b outcomes in hundreds of patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 326 adults in Zambia with chronic hepatitis B for up to 5 years. Researchers tracked how the virus behaves, how many patients need treatment, and how many develop serious liver problems like cirrhosis or liver cancer. The goal was to better understand the dise…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Cirrhosis may worsen trauma outcomes, study suggests
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at over 4.7 million trauma patients in the U.S. to see if those with liver cirrhosis have higher death rates and more infections. Researchers compared patients with and without cirrhosis using hospital records from 2010 to 2018. The goal was to better …
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Massive french study reveals gaps in liver cancer screening
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at health insurance records of over 75,000 people with cirrhosis in France to see if doctors follow guidelines for early liver cancer screening. The goal was to find out how often screening is done correctly and what factors might lead to missed or delayed diagn…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New liver pressure test shows promise in small study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at a new method to measure pressure in the liver's blood vessels during an endoscopic ultrasound. Researchers tested it in 100 adults with liver disease to see if it is safe and works well. The goal was to gather information, not to treat the disease.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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DNA collection study aims to unlock secrets of rare liver diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study collected blood or saliva samples from 213 people with rare liver diseases to extract and store their DNA. The goal was to create a genetic resource that scientists can use in future studies to explore the causes, biomarkers, and genetic factors of these cond…
Sponsor: Arbor Research Collaborative for Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Liver function and drug processing: a safety study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single dose of MY008211A tablets moves through the body in people with different levels of liver function. 24 adults (some with liver problems, some without) took part. The goal was to understand safety and how the liver affects drug levels, not to trea…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wuhan Createrna Science and Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New models aim to predict liver disease in HIV patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 315 HIV-positive adults to build models that predict fatty liver disease and liver scarring. Researchers used ultrasound and FibroScan tests to track liver changes over time. The goal was to better understand and identify liver problems early in people living…
Sponsor: Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Antibiotics before endoscopy: do they prevent infections in liver patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 480 cirrhosis patients who had variceal bleeding and were getting an endoscopy to prevent future bleeding. Half got antibiotics before the procedure, half did not. The goal was to see if antibiotics reduce infections after the procedure. The study is retrospe…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New cholesterol drug tested in liver patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the experimental cholesterol-lowering drug enlicitide is processed in the body of people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Twenty participants received a single oral dose, and researchers measured dru…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New approach to CPR talks may help patients and families feel heard
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new way for doctors to discuss CPR with older, seriously ill patients and their families. Instead of the usual conversation, doctors followed a step-by-step guide that focused on the patient's values and explained why CPR might not help. The goal was to see if…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Vermont • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Liver function study tests drug processing in 29 volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug LY3502970 enters the bloodstream and leaves the body in people with different levels of liver function. 29 participants, including healthy volunteers and those with mild to severe liver impairment, took a single dose. The goal was to understand d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Liver function may change how MCI-186 acts in the body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug MCI-186 (also called edaravone) behaves in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to those with healthy livers. Twenty-two participants received a single dose of the drug. The goal was to see if liver problems affect how the drug …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Are cirrhosis patients getting the shots they need? french study finds out
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how many people with cirrhosis in French general hospitals were vaccinated against diseases like hepatitis, flu, and COVID-19. Researchers surveyed 742 patients to see if they were up to date on their shots. The goal was to find gaps in vaccination coverage s…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Race against the clock: urgent endoscopy may not beat waiting for variceal bleed
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 412 people with cirrhosis who had bleeding from veins in the esophagus or stomach. Half got an endoscopy within 6 hours, the other half between 6 and 24 hours. The goal was to see if faster treatment lowered the chance of rebleeding within 42 days. The result…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jinling Hospital, China • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New ultrasound technique aims to better measure liver health
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound technique called ARFI to measure liver stiffness in 109 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with liver conditions. The goal was to understand normal stiffness values and how they change with disease or treatment. This is an observa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Your voice may reveal hidden liver risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether speech features—like how people sound and what they say—can help detect or predict confusion caused by liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy). Researchers recorded speech tasks from 251 participants with cirrhosis and tracked their thinking skills and…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Liver tissue models could unlock secrets of deadly infections
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study used leftover liver tissue from 36 adults who had surgery to create lab models of early infection. Researchers want to learn how bacteria and viruses first take hold in the liver, which could lead to new ways to prevent or treat serious bloodstream infections…
Sponsor: University of Leicester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Liver study tests how drug AZD2693 behaves in impaired patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single dose of the drug AZD2693 moves through the body in people with liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood to understand safety and processing differences. A total of 35 adults took part. The goa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Liver Function's impact on drug levels under study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the body processes a drug called ESK001 in people with different levels of liver function. Researchers gave a single dose to 32 adults, including healthy volunteers and those with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment. The goal was to measure drug le…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Alumis Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Researchers measure breathing, strength, and quality of life in hospitalized endocrine patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed observational study at Uşak University examined 150 adults hospitalized in the endocrinology department. Researchers measured breathing, muscle strength, pain, fatigue, sleep quality, physical activity, balance, and nerve function. The goal was to better understand…
Sponsor: Uşak University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New diabetes drug tested in patients with liver issues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage trial looked at how a single 50mg dose of pyroglutamate rongliflozin capsules behaves in 32 adults with mild or moderate liver damage and type 2 diabetes, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and tracked side effects to un…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sunshine Lake Pharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study tests how liver problems affect PBC drug processing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug seladelpar (Livdelzi) is processed in 24 people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who also have liver impairment. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and urine to see how the liver condition affects the drug. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Computer model helps cirrhosis patients get blood thinner doses right faster
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a computer program (Simcyp) could help doctors choose the right starting dose of warfarin, a blood thinner, for 21 patients with liver cirrhosis and a blood clot in the portal vein. The goal was to see if the program helped patients reach a safe, effecti…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Liver study tests how palovarotene behaves in impaired patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how moderate and severe liver impairment changes the way the body handles a single dose of palovarotene, compared to healthy people. Thirty-one participants were split into three groups based on liver function and received up to 10 mg of the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Wearable device tracks itch and sleep in rare liver disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a wearable sensor called ADAM to measure scratching and sleep patterns in 30 people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare liver disease that often causes intense itching and poor sleep. Participants wore the sensor for 7 nights across four 7-day periods…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Small study checks how liver disease affects new drug processing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single 4 mg dose of the drug elpipodect (MK-8189) in 14 people—some with mild or moderate liver problems and some healthy. Researchers measured how much drug stayed in the blood and for how long. The goal was to see if liver impairment changes drug…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Gut bacteria may worsen liver disease – new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how bacteria from the gut might travel to the liver and make liver disease worse in people with hepatitis C. Thirty adults with stable liver disease took part. Researchers used blood tests, MRI scans, and liver tissue samples to measure bacterial movement and…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Ultrasound vs. MRI: which is better for catching liver cancer early?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 211 people with liver cirrhosis to see which screening method works better for detecting liver cancer: an ultrasound every 6 months or an MRI once a year. Participants received both tests, and researchers measured how often each test correctly found cancer. T…
Sponsor: JOON-IL CHOI • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New test and tiny particles could help manage bleeding in liver disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how blood clots in people with liver cirrhosis, a condition that can cause bleeding problems. Researchers used a special machine called T-TAS to measure clotting in blood samples from 60 patients. They also tested whether tiny particles that act like platelet…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Liver disease Patients' vaccine response under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how people with chronic liver disease (like hepatitis B, C, or fatty liver) respond to COVID-19 vaccines. About 233 adults had three visits over a year to check their immune response and see if they got COVID-19. The goal was to understand if liver disease af…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Blood tests may reveal hidden liver damage in anorexia patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find new blood markers that can show liver damage in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers compared blood samples from 19 patients with and without signs of liver injury. The goal is to improve detection and understanding of liver problems in this conditio…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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10,000 seniors studied to predict fatty liver dangers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 10,000 older adults (age 60+) with fatty liver disease to find out what increases their risk for serious liver problems like scarring, cirrhosis, or liver cancer. Researchers used medical records and yearly check-ups to build a computer model that predicts th…
Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New scope method challenges standard liver biopsy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared two procedures for getting a liver biopsy and measuring liver pressure in people with chronic liver disease or cirrhosis. One method uses a scope through the mouth (endoscopic ultrasound), the other goes through a vein in the neck (transjugular). The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Hidden liver scarring found in anorexia patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how common liver scarring (fibrosis) is in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers used a special scan called Fibroscan to measure liver stiffness in 43 patients when they were admitted to the hospital. The goal was to learn more about liver health in this …
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Hidden brain fog in liver disease: new study sheds light
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 82 adults with cirrhosis and portal hypertension (high blood pressure in the liver) to find out how many have minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) — a mild form of brain fog that can affect thinking. Researchers used simple blood tests and thinking exercises …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IHU Strasbourg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study reveals hidden kidney risks in liver cirrhosis patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often acute kidney injury happens in people with liver cirrhosis, and what factors might increase the risk. Researchers at Sohag University Hospital followed 180 adult patients with cirrhosis, excluding those with pre-existing kidney disease or other majo…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Liver biopsy showdown: EUS or needle – patients decide!
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared how patients feel about two ways to take a small sample of liver tissue: one using a needle through the skin (percutaneous) and another using a thin tube through the mouth (EUS-guided). 102 adults with chronic liver disease were randomly assigned to one method…
Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Grip strength may reveal hidden clues about liver vein pressure
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 64 adults with liver cirrhosis and a history of variceal bleeding who were scheduled for a TIPS procedure. Researchers measured handgrip strength and then checked how it changed blood pressure in the portal and left gastric veins. The goal was to see if muscl…
Sponsor: Shanxi Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Leg strength test may help spot frailty in liver patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study of 60 people with cirrhosis measured quadriceps (thigh) strength and compared it to standard frailty and malnutrition scores. The goal was to see if a simple leg strength test could replace more complex frailty assessments. No treatment was given; it was purely an obse…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Heart safety check for experimental liver drug
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage trial tested whether a single dose of hydronidone, an experimental drug for liver fibrosis, changes the heart's electrical activity (QTc interval) in 48 healthy Chinese adults. Participants received one of three doses or a placebo, and researchers measured how th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Continent Pharmaceutical Co, Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Small study hopes to personalize anesthesia for liver transplant patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 3 liver transplant patients to see if muscle loss (sarcopenia) changes how the body responds to the muscle relaxant rocuronium. Researchers measured hand grip strength and used a questionnaire to diagnose sarcopenia before surgery, then tracked how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Inonu University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Liver function may affect how itch drug works in body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-phase study looked at how the body breaks down nalbuphine extended-release tablets in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. It also explored whether the drug could relieve itching in those with liver problems. The study …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Trevi Therapeutics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug tested in people with liver disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the body handles a single shot of fazirsiran in 34 people with mild, moderate, or severe liver problems, compared to those with healthy livers. Participants were followed for 6 months after the injection. The goal was to measure drug levels and check for …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New math models could save lives on liver transplant waitlist
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to create new mathematical models to better predict which patients with severe liver disease are at highest risk of dying while waiting for a liver transplant. Researchers analyzed data from 501 adults on the French national transplant waiting list. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Real-world study reveals how well new liver cancer combo works in patients with cirrhosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how safe and effective a combination of two drugs (Atezolizumab and Bevacizumab) is for people with liver cancer and cirrhosis, compared to standard pills (tyrosine kinase inhibitors). Researchers followed 38 patients to see how long they lived and how their …
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New drug tested in patients with liver disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the body processes a single dose of the drug AMG 133 in people with different levels of liver impairment compared to those with healthy livers. Thirty-six adults took part, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood and checked for side effects. Th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Computer-Guided statin dosing shows promise for liver patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a computer program could help doctors choose the right dose of simvastatin for people with cirrhosis and high blood pressure in the liver. Twenty-two patients received either 5 mg or 15 mg of simvastatin daily for three months. Researchers measured chang…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Liver function and drug safety: new study on varegacestat
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug varegacestat moves through the body in people with liver problems compared to healthy people. About 35 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels and side effects. The goal was to understand if liver impairment changes how th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Immunome, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Fatty liver may signal hidden heart danger
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study examined 292 people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to see if liver scarring is linked to heart disease risk. Researchers used non-invasive tests like the coronary calcium score and liver elastography. The goal was to better understand how to s…
Sponsor: Clinique Pasteur • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Liver impairment drug study completed: what happens to BPN14770?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug BPN14770 is handled by the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy people. A total of 32 adults took a single dose of the drug. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and checked for side effects.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shionogi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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How does a new drug behave in a damaged liver?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug MK-8527 moves through the body in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time to understand how liver function affects the drug. The study…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New score may help doctors predict ICU outcomes for liver patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new scoring system called the Intensive Care Cirrhosis Outcome (ICCO) score to see how well it predicts survival in cirrhosis patients admitted to the ICU. Researchers calculated the score for 150 adult patients using routine lab tests and tracked their outcom…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Long-Term PBC study reveals Real-World treatment patterns
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 711 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) for 5 years to see how the disease is managed in everyday medical practice. Researchers collected data on treatments, lab results, and side effects, and also stored blood samples for future genetic research. Th…
Sponsor: Target PharmaSolutions, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Video education boosts drug compliance in liver transplant patients, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether video-based education helps liver transplant patients adapt to their disease and use medications correctly. 90 adult patients were split into three groups: two received different video trainings, and one got standard care. Researchers measured adaptation…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Inonu University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Liver transplant access: are alcoholic patients treated fairly?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 574 hospitalized adults with end-stage liver disease to see if alcoholic patients had the same chance of getting on the national liver transplant waiting list as non-alcoholic patients. The goal was to find out if non-medical reasons limit access fo…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New NAFLD drug safety checked in patients with liver damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a single injection of a new drug (NNC0194-0499) for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in 33 people with various degrees of liver impairment and healthy volunteers. The goal was to see how the liver processes the drug and whether it is safe. Results will help det…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Liver study aims to make cancer drug safer for patients with liver disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how moderate liver problems change the way the body handles sevabertinib, an experimental cancer drug for tumors with HER2 mutations. About 20 people—10 with liver impairment and 10 healthy volunteers—will take a single dose and have their blood levels measure…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Lying on your side vs. flat: which gives better liver pressure readings?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether measuring liver pressure during an endoscopy is more accurate when patients lie on their left side versus flat on their back. Researchers tested 30 hospitalized patients with liver cirrhosis. The goal was to see if the two positions give consistent re…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New kidney drug tested in patients with liver issues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug HRS-5965 behaves in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to those with normal liver function. Twenty-four adults took a single 50 mg dose of the drug. The goal was to measure drug levels in the blood and check …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Chengdu Suncadia Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help liver patients avoid emergencies?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a telemedicine platform called myLIVERcoach in 50 adults with liver cirrhosis. Participants used the app alongside standard care to answer questionnaires and track symptoms, aiming to catch complications early. The goal was to see if patients, caregivers, and do…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maastricht University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New study explores safer cancer surgery for liver patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study examined how to best manage early-stage upper gastrointestinal cancer in patients who also have liver cirrhosis and enlarged veins in the esophagus (varices). Researchers compared outcomes of a keyhole-like endoscopic surgery (ESD) between 206 patients with a…
Sponsor: Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Liver drug bulevirtide tested in people with liver problems
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug bulevirtide (Hepcludex) behaves in the body of people with normal liver function and those with liver impairment. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and how quickly it is cleared. The study involved 74 participants an…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Liver impairment drug study completed: how golcadomide behaves
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug golcadomide is processed in the body of people with moderate or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 29 adults received a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels and safety. The goal is to understand…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Celgene • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Zambia hepatitis b survey reveals who needs treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 5,000 adults in Zambia to find out how many have hepatitis B and how many need treatment. Researchers tested people in their homes and then did more tests on those who tested positive. The goal was to gather information, not to test a new treatment or cu…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Liver cirrhosis study reveals how common drugs behave differently
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the body processes four common drugs (rosuvastatin, digoxin, metformin, and furosemide) in healthy people and those with liver cirrhosis. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood to see if liver disease changes how these medicines are handled. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Liver study tracks antibiotic levels in Fluid-Filled bellies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the antibiotic ceftriaxone moves through the blood and belly fluid in 20 people with severe liver disease and fluid buildup (ascites). Researchers collected leftover blood and fluid samples to measure drug levels. The goal was to better understand dosing …
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Liver function may change how cough drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how camlipixant, an experimental drug for chronic cough, behaves in people with liver problems compared to healthy volunteers. 32 adults aged 18-75 took part to see if liver impairment changes drug levels or safety. The goal is to help doctors decide the righ…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bellus Health Inc. - a GSK company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New ultrasound methods for liver stiffness put to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at different ultrasound techniques to measure liver stiffness in 72 adults with chronic liver disease. The goal was to see how newer methods compare to an established one. No treatments or interventions were given; it was purely a comparison of measurement tools…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Liver surgery patients studied for paracetamol safety
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how paracetamol (a common painkiller) is processed in the body after major liver surgery. Researchers measured paracetamol levels in the blood over five days in 90 patients who had different amounts of liver removed. The goal was to understand if patients wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New blood test may reduce transfusions in liver transplants
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 82 adults getting a liver transplant to see if using a special blood test called ROTEM helps doctors manage bleeding better than standard tests. The goal was to see if ROTEM could reduce the amount of blood products given during surgery. Researchers tracked c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Heart scans could help doctors treat kidney problems in liver disease patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a heart ultrasound (echocardiography) can help doctors better manage liver cirrhosis patients who also develop sudden kidney injury. Researchers examined 28 patients to see how their heart function related to their kidney problem. The goal was to impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Liver function may affect how body handles new antifungal drug
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single dose of the antifungal drug fosmanogepix is processed in the bodies of 28 adults with varying degrees of liver impairment. Participants took one pill by mouth, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time. The goal was to see if li…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Basilea Pharmaceutica • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Liver health may impact how Weight-Loss drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests how the experimental drug cagrilintide, being developed for weight management, is processed by the body in people with different levels of liver function. It involves 32 participants, including those with liver impairment and healthy volunteers. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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HIV drug showdown: which regimen causes fewer side effects?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 215 people newly diagnosed with HIV in Hong Kong to see how often they developed non-AIDS conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, bone thinning, and kidney problems. Participants were on different anti-retroviral regimens, and researchers compared the r…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Scientists decode genetic secrets of liver cancer in 808 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at the genetic makeup of liver cancer in 808 patients to better understand the disease. Researchers analyzed tumor samples from people treated with surgery, ablation, or transplant, as well as those with advanced cancer. The goal was to identify key ge…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Liver-Kidney treatment response under review
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study from University Hospital Freiburg looked back at 490 patients with liver cirrhosis and signs of chronic kidney disease who were treated for hepatorenal syndrome. Researchers compared how well patients with and without pre-existing kidney disease responded to …
Sponsor: University Hospital Freiburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Liver function and drug processing: a closer look at divarasib
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug divarasib is processed in the bodies of 31 people with different levels of liver function, from healthy to severely impaired. Participants received a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time. The goal was to unders…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Healthy volunteers help scientists understand zibotentan's body journey
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug zibotentan is absorbed and cleared by the body in 30 healthy adults, including both non-Asian and Japanese participants. It was a phase 1 trial, meaning it was an early step to gather safety and drug-level information. The study did not aim to tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Liver function may change how this drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how the drug BI 1015550 is absorbed and processed in the blood of people with mild or moderate liver problems compared to those with healthy livers. About 28 adults took a single dose and had blood samples taken over several days. The goal is to understand if …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New study aims to find best Non-Invasive liver test for cystic fibrosis kids
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared four non-invasive methods—FibroTest, Fibroscan, ShearWave Elastography, and Magnetic Resonance Elastography—to measure liver fibrosis in 56 children with cystic fibrosis aged 6-18. The goal was to see which test best detects early liver damage, helping doctors…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Liver health may change how drug KP-001 works in the body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study tested a single 50 mg dose of the drug KP-001 in 24 adults, some with healthy livers and others with different levels of liver impairment. The goal was to see how liver function affects the drug's levels and safety in the body. Results could help guid…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Kaken Pharmaceutical • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Liver function may change how evobrutinib works in the body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how different levels of liver impairment affect the way the body processes a single dose of the drug evobrutinib. Twenty-four participants with either normal liver function or mild to moderate liver impairment took one dose of the drug. Researchers measured d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Healthcare KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Liver study tests drug processing in impaired patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug efinopegdutide behaves in people with moderate to severe liver damage compared to healthy people. A total of 22 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels and safety. The goal was to understand dosing needs for patients with …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Liver function and drug processing: a new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug olpasiran is processed by the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver problems compared to those with healthy livers. A total of 25 adults took a single dose of the drug. The goal was to understand safety and how the liver affects dru…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Liver impairment study tests drug processing in 33 volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how a single dose of the drug AZD5004 moves through the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. The goal was to measure drug levels and check safety. 33 adults aged 18-80 took part. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Do videos help cirrhosis patients learn better than text?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether people with cirrhosis learn more from watching a video or reading text about their condition. 218 adults with cirrhosis took a quiz before and after receiving either a video or written educational material. The goal was to see which method improved knowl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Liver function and drug levels: a repotrectinib study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single dose of the drug repotrectinib stays in the blood of people with moderate or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 18 adults took part to help understand if liver problems change drug levels. The results will guide dosing for pa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Can a simple blood test better detect kidney problems in liver patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a blood test called cystatin C is more accurate than the standard creatinine test for measuring kidney function in people with severe liver disease. Researchers compared these lab tests to a precise radioactive tracer method in 213 adults being evalua…
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New study tracks 90-Day survival in liver cirrhosis patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 100 adults hospitalized with liver cirrhosis to see how many survived within 90 days and what factors increased their risk of death. Researchers collected basic health information and followed patients for three months. The goal was to better understand which…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes behind rare liver disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at the genetic makeup of 1,500 people with Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (PBC), a rare liver disease, along with their close relatives. By comparing genes, researchers hope to find inherited factors that make someone more likely to develop PBC. The goal is to better …
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New drug tested in patients with liver disease – safety first
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug AZD2389 behaves in people with liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 35 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood to check safety and processing. The goal is to understand if liver problems change how…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Liver Patients' digital skills under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well people with liver cirrhosis can find and understand health information online. 86 patients filled out two questionnaires about their digital skills and ability to read health charts. The goal was to learn about their digital health literacy, not to t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Liver study checks how cenerimod behaves in the body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how a single 0.5 mg dose of the drug cenerimod is processed in 24 people — some with mild or moderate liver impairment and some healthy. The goal was to see if liver problems change drug levels or safety. Participants were monitored for side…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Viatris Innovation GmbH • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Liver function may change how olomorasib works – new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how olomorasib, an oral drug, enters the bloodstream and leaves the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 46 participants received a single dose. The goal is to understand if liver fun…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Liver study tests safety of fexinidazole in 21 volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug fexinidazole, used for sleeping sickness, is processed by the body in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to those with normal liver function. Twenty-one adults took a single 1200 mg tablet, and researchers measured drug levels…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:56 UTC
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Can a smartphone app keep cirrhosis patients out of the hospital?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a health app (Patient Buddy and EncephalApp) plus scheduled follow-up calls and visits could reduce avoidable hospital readmissions within 30 days in 232 cirrhosis patients. Patients and their caregivers were trained on the app and received daily contact…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:34 UTC
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Liver function may change how venglustat works in the body
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study looked at how a single dose of venglustat is processed in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver problems compared to healthy adults. Twenty-six participants received one tablet and were monitored for about three weeks. The goal was to see if liver fun…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:06 UTC
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Tiny study reveals how liver cirrhosis alters drug breakdown
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how people with and without liver cirrhosis process five common medicines: caffeine, warfarin, omeprazole, metoprolol, and midazolam. Only 4 participants took part, including healthy volunteers and those with mild or moderate cirrhosis. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:31 UTC
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Study seeks best fluid strategy for liver patients with sepsis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared different methods to estimate how much fluid is needed in patients with liver cirrhosis or acute-on-chronic liver failure who also have sepsis and low blood pressure. Researchers enrolled 350 adults and looked at whether using ultrasound-guided fluid assessmen…
Sponsor: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:05 UTC