Poop pills could stop brain fog in liver patients
NCT ID NCT07454408
First seen Mar 07, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tests whether transplanting healthy bacteria from donor stool can prevent severe confusion (hepatic encephalopathy) in 40 patients who had a liver shunt procedure (TIPS) and didn't respond to standard drugs. Half get the transplant, half get a placebo. Researchers will track side effects, brain fog episodes, and quality of life for up to a year.
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Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital
Xi’an, Shanxi, 710100, China
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