Scientists hunt for clues in gut and blood to spot hidden brain trouble in liver patients

NCT ID NCT07150195

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

Summary

This study looks at differences in proteins and gut bacteria between liver cirrhosis patients with and without hepatic encephalopathy (a brain complication). Researchers will analyze blood and stool samples from 32 adults to find unique patterns that could help diagnose and understand the disease better. Participants are not given any treatment; the goal is to gather knowledge.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cirrhosis of liver hepatic encephalopathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Department of Gastroenterology, the First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University

    Nanjing, Jiangsu, China