Ancient herbal mix could boost liver health in advanced cancer
NCT ID NCT07691645
First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether adding a Chinese herbal formula called Shuganhuazhuo to standard anti-cancer therapy can improve liver function and survival in people with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (the most common type of liver cancer). The study includes 120 adults who are about to start second- or third-line treatment. Half receive the herbal decoction twice daily for six months alongside their regular care; the other half receive standard care alone. Researchers measure liver reserve function using a dye clearance test every two months and track overall survival and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Shuganhuazhuo Formula (Chinese herbal medicine)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a way to protect liver function and extend survival for people with advanced liver cancer who have limited treatment options.
- What could go wrong
- This is a mid-stage trial with 120 participants, so results are not definitive. Herbal formulas can vary in quality and may interact with other drugs.
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Conditions
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Zhejiang Cancer Hospital
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310022, China
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