Could a common supplement help liver patients in intensive care?

NCT ID NCT07642076

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether adding L-carnitine, a natural substance, to standard care can improve outcomes for critically ill adults with liver disease in the ICU. About 58 participants with conditions like liver failure or severe infections will be enrolled. Researchers will track key lab tests such as kidney and liver function to see if L-carnitine helps.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

esophageal varices with bleeding fulminant viral hepatitis hepatic encephalopathy hepatorenal syndrome infectious peritonitis liver disorder

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