Can a simple phone call keep cirrhosis patients out of the hospital?
NCT ID NCT06174272
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests an intensive monitoring program for people with cirrhosis and severe swelling (fluid overload) after they leave the hospital. Participants receive a digital scale, educational materials, weekly phone calls, and a follow-up appointment with a liver specialist. Researchers want to see if this program is feasible and if it reduces hospital readmissions, kidney injury, and fluid buildup compared to standard care.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transitional care program (intensive monitoring with digital scale, educational binder, phone calls, and follow-up appointments)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could reduce hospital readmissions and complications for cirrhosis patients with fluid overload.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (20 participants) focused on feasibility, not effectiveness. The program may not show clear benefits or may be too resource-intensive to scale.
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Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
RECRUITINGHershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States
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