Can a simple gas save marginal liver grafts?
NCT ID NCT01172691
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether giving inhaled nitric oxide during liver transplant surgery could reduce damage to the new liver and help it work better. Twenty-three patients receiving a liver transplant were randomly assigned to get either the gas or a placebo. The goal was to see if the gas could protect so-called 'marginal' livers (those at higher risk of injury) and speed up recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help transplanted livers function better and reduce injury, potentially improving survival for patients receiving marginal grafts.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial with only 23 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The treatment is given only during surgery, and long-term benefits are uncertain.
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Locations
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Baylor Univsersity Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75246, United States