Stem cells show promise for failing livers
NCT ID NCT06242405
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether multiple infusions of stem cells from donated umbilical cords could help people with end-stage liver disease. 92 adults received the stem cells through a vein, and researchers tracked liver function and complications. The goal was to see if repeated doses work better than a single dose.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a way to improve liver function and reduce complications in people with end-stage liver disease, potentially delaying the need for a transplant.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 92 participants and no control group, so results may not be conclusive. Stem cell infusions carry risks like infection or immune reactions, and the long-term benefits are uncertain.
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Conditions
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Locations
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General Hospital of Northern Theater Command
Shenyang, Liaoning, 110840, China
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