New study aims to understand how ascites affects daily life and muscle health
NCT ID NCT05726747
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 70 adults with refractory ascites (fluid buildup in the belly that doesn't respond to standard treatment) caused by liver disease or cancer. Researchers will use surveys to measure quality of life and CT scans to track muscle loss (sarcopenia) over time. The goal is to better understand how these conditions change, which could lead to future treatments to help patients feel better and stay stronger.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help design future treatments to improve quality of life and prevent muscle wasting in patients with refractory ascites.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It does not test any treatment directly.
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University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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