Hepatitis D virus infection
MONDO:0005789Inflammation of the liver in humans caused by hepatitis delta virus, a defective RNA virus that can only infect hepatitis B patients. For its viral coating, hepatitis delta virus requires the hepatitis B surface antigens produced by these patients. Hepatitis D can occur either concomitantly with (coinfection) or subsequent to (superinfection) hepatitis B infection. Similar to hepatitis B, it is primarily transmitted by parenteral exposure, such as transfusion of contaminated blood or blood products, but can also be transmitted via sexual or intimate personal contact.
Also known as: HDV, Hepatitis D, Hepatitis D virus, Hepatitis delta virus caused hepatitis, Hepatitis delta virus hepatitis, hepatitis delta, hepatitis type D
51 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New hope for rare liver disease: experimental drug GS-4321 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called GS-4321 for chronic hepatitis delta, a serious liver infection. First, healthy volunteers will help determine safe dosing. Then, people with the disease will receive multiple doses to see if the drug can reduce virus levels and improve liver hea…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hepatitis delta: can switching drugs clear the virus?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether switching from the current drug bulevirtide to a new drug called brelovitug can better control chronic hepatitis Delta. About 120 adults who have been on bulevirtide for at least 6 months will take brelovitug for 24 weeks. The main goal is to see if the v…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hepatitis delta: phase 3 trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares a new drug, brelovitug, to an existing treatment (bulevirtide) for chronic hepatitis delta, a serious liver infection. About 172 adults with the infection will receive either drug to see which better controls the virus and normalizes liver enzymes. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for hepatitis d: libevitug enters final testing phase
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial is testing a new drug called libevitug in 160 people with chronic hepatitis D, a serious liver infection. The goal is to see if libevitug can lower the virus in the blood and improve liver health. Participants receive the drug by IV infusion, and the study comp…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Huahui Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New antibody could tame dual hepatitis b and d infection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a lab-made antibody (HepB mAb19) in 15 people with chronic hepatitis D, a serious liver infection that requires hepatitis B to survive. The goal is to see if the antibody is safe and can lower virus levels, potentially reducing the risk of liver damag…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can donor cells stop viruses after transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving patients donor-derived immune cells (VSTs) on a regular schedule can prevent dangerous viral infections after a stem cell transplant. 180 participants will be randomly assigned to receive VSTs either on a fixed schedule or only when a virus is dete…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Supercharged donor cells take on viruses after transplant
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether specially grown donor immune cells (viral-specific T-cells) can safely treat viral infections that often occur after a stem cell transplant. These infections can be serious and sometimes don't respond to standard antiviral drugs. The approach aims to boos…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New blood test may sharpen diagnosis of autoimmune liver disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study evaluates whether a blood test measuring polyreactive immunoglobulin G (pIgG) can more accurately diagnose autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) and distinguish it from other liver conditions. Researchers will collect blood samples from 400 adults undergoing liver biopsy for susp…
Sponsor: Hannover Medical School • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive liver study seeks 8,000 volunteers to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about liver diseases like hepatitis B, C, and D by observing up to 8,050 participants over time. Participants will have yearly check-ups, blood and urine tests, and liver ultrasounds. Some may be offered experimental treatments if they qualify. The g…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to track viruses in healthy and immunocompromised patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect samples and medical information from people of all ages who have or have been exposed to viral infections, including COVID-19 and herpes. Researchers want to understand how viruses affect healthy individuals versus those with weakened immune systems. Pa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bergamo hospitals launch hunt for hidden hepatitis delta cases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how many people with hepatitis B also have hepatitis delta, a more serious liver infection. Researchers will test 244 adults in hospitals, addiction clinics, and prisons in Bergamo, Italy. The goal is to improve detection and understand the true burden…
Sponsor: FROM- Fondazione per la Ricerca Ospedale di Bergamo- ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden threat: hepatitis d prevalence under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how often people with chronic hepatitis B also have hepatitis D, and which types of the virus are most common. Researchers will interview about 2,400 participants and take blood samples to look for links with vaccination history, lifestyle, and other f…
Sponsor: Tam Anh Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Austrian study seeks to eliminate hepatitis by linking patients to care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study in South-East Austria looks at past lab results to find people with hepatitis B, C, or D who may not know they have it. Researchers will invite these individuals to a clinic to discuss treatment options. The goal is to connect them to care and track how many get cured,…
Sponsor: Vanessa Stadlbauer-Koellner, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gum disease and hepatitis: a hidden connection revealed?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the link between gum (periodontal) disease and hepatitis B+D infection, and whether the drug bulevirtide changes that relationship. Researchers will measure inflammation markers in saliva and gum fluid from 25 adults: those with hepatitis B+D on bulevirtide, t…
Sponsor: Research Center of Periodontal-Systemic Interactions • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New app aims to empower hepatitis delta patients in their own care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a mobile app called ePro-Diary HDV for people with hepatitis Delta, a rare but serious liver disease. The app helps patients track their health, communicate with doctors, and remember appointments. Researchers want to see if using the app helps patients atte…
Sponsor: FROM- Fondazione per la Ricerca Ospedale di Bergamo- ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Gut check: new study probes how hepatitis drug changes your microbiome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the drug bulevirtide changes gut bacteria and bile acids in people with hepatitis delta (a serious liver infection). Researchers will follow 20 patients for 48 weeks, collecting stool and blood samples to see how these changes relate to liver health. The g…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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800 patients to help scientists grow liver tumors in the lab
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and tissue samples from 800 people with chronic liver disease or liver cancer. Researchers will use these samples to create lab models, such as cell clusters and mouse tumors, to study these diseases and test new treatments. The goal is to improve unders…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Scientists track immune cells in hepatitis d patients on new drug
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the immune system fights hepatitis D in people who also have hepatitis B. Researchers will measure special immune cells (T cells) in 192 adults before and after 12 months of treatment with the drug bulevirtide. The goal is to see if these immune responses …
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New rapid test could transform hepatitis b and d management
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study aims to develop a rapid T-cell test to help manage patients with chronic hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis B/D (HBV/HDV) co-infection. Researchers will analyze immune responses in 300 adult patients to understand how T-cells react to the viruses. The goal i…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC