New Fiber-Optic tech aims to make liver shunt surgery safer

NCT ID NCT07470515

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a fiber-optic navigation system that gives doctors a 3D view during a procedure called TIPS, which treats complications of liver cirrhosis like fluid buildup or bleeding. About 30 patients will be enrolled to see if the device reduces the number of needle sticks, radiation exposure, and procedure time. The goal is to make this common liver procedure safer and more efficient.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Fiber-optic navigation system (device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could make TIPS procedures safer and faster by reducing the number of needle sticks and radiation exposure for patients with liver complications.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The device may not improve outcomes or could have unforeseen technical issues.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Ascites cirrhosis of liver esophageal varices with bleeding portal hypertension

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LIVER CIRRHOSIS PORTAL HYPERTENSION REFRACTORY ASCITES VARICEAL BLEEDING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Medical University of Innsbruck

Innsbruck, Tyrol, 6020, Austria

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