Cholesterol drug could slash liver cancer risk in scarred livers

NCT ID NCT05028829

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tests whether atorvastatin, a widely used cholesterol medication, can reduce the risk of developing liver cancer in people with advanced liver fibrosis or cirrhosis. About 60 adults at high risk will receive either atorvastatin or a placebo for up to 48 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug lowers a blood-based risk score for liver cancer.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

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    Dallas, Texas, 75390, United States

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