Can a blood thinner stop liver crisis? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07521332

First seen Apr 17, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tests whether adding the blood thinner apixaban to the standard drug carvedilol can prevent serious problems like bleeding, fluid buildup, and liver failure in people with cirrhosis. About 220 adults with liver scarring and high blood pressure in the liver will take either apixaban or a placebo for 12 months. The goal is to see if the combination reduces complications and improves survival.

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  • Asian Institute of Medical Sciences

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    Hyderābād, Sindh, 71000, Pakistan

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