Liver disorder

This study tested whether offering hepatitis C (HCV) treatment right at methadone clinics helps more people get cured compared to sending them to outside specialists. Over 600 adults on opioid addiction therapy took part across 13 clinics in Ukraine. Some clinics provided simplif…

This phase 1 trial tests whether a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells can safely boost the body's defenses against liver cancer. People with early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma receive either microwave ablation alone or ablation followed by seven doses o…

This trial tests whether an 8-week course of the combination pill elbasvir/grazoprevir can cure chronic hepatitis C in people with genotype 1b who have not been treated before and have mild liver fibrosis. The main goal is to see if the virus stays undetectable 12 weeks after fin…

Researchers are testing a new vaccine called LBVD that combines protection against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, polio, and Hib into a single injection. The study will enroll healthy infants aged 6 to 8 weeks, who will receive three doses at 6, 10, and 14 week…

This study tested whether a double-dose hepatitis B vaccine (40 micrograms) works better than the standard dose (20 micrograms) in people with HIV who did not respond to earlier hepatitis B shots. The goal was to see if the stronger dose could help their immune system produce eno…

This study tested three different ways of giving the hepatitis B vaccine to 437 people with HIV whose CD4 counts were above 200. The goal was to see which schedule—standard dose, double dose, or skin injections—works best to protect them from hepatitis B, a virus that can cause s…

Researchers test whether fecal microbiota transplantation delivered by oral capsules can help cirrhosis patients whose hepatic encephalopathy no longer responds to standard lactulose and rifaximin. The trial enrolls 33 adults with cirrhosis and persistent or recurrent hepatic enc…

Researchers are testing whether a synbiotic supplement called SLP07 can reduce liver fat in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease. The supplement combines probiotic bacteria, omega 3, and vitamin E. The trial enrolls 54 adults aged 50 and older who have…

This study tested a drug called saroglitazar magnesium in 196 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease. Participants either took the drug or a placebo to see if it improved liver function markers. The goal was to lower certain liver enzymes and bilir…

Researchers are testing whether a low-frequency high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program can reduce body fat and liver fat in adults with central obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. The trial enrolls 160 adults aged 18 to 60 who have a BMI of at least 25 and a l…

This early-phase trial tests whether infusing specially grown donor-specific regulatory T cells (Tregs) can allow liver transplant recipients to safely reduce or stop their anti-rejection medications. Nine participants will receive a single dose of these cells and be monitored fo…

This study tests a mix of antibodies that help the immune system fight cancer, block tumor growth signals, and cut off the tumor's blood supply. It is for adults with head and neck cancer that did not respond to prior treatment or has no standard options. Participants receive inf…

This study tests a new drug called AHB-137 in 86 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on standard antiviral pills. The goal is to see if AHB-137 can clear the hepatitis B surface antigen from the blood, which would mean the virus is under control and patients might be …

Researchers test whether adding high-dose radiotherapy to standard chemoembolization slows tumor growth better than chemoembolization alone in adults with hepatocellular carcinoma. Participants have liver tumors up to 9 cm that cannot be removed by surgery or treated with percuta…

Researchers are testing whether atorvastatin, a widely used cholesterol drug, can reduce complications in people with decompensated liver cirrhosis. The trial enrolls 100 adults aged 18 to 75 who have had at least one serious cirrhosis complication, such as ascites, jaundice, or …

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called AI-061, which combines two immune-boosting antibodies (anti-PD-1 and anti-CTLA-4) into one treatment. The study will enroll 18 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to find a safe…

Researchers are testing whether allopurinol can interfere with the processes that lead to hepatic decompensation, a serious complication of cirrhosis. The trial enrolls 100 adults aged 18 to 75 with cirrhosis. Participants receive either allopurinol tablets or a placebo, and rese…

This study tests whether giving oral zinc sulfate and ursodeoxycholic acid alongside standard light therapy can help clear jaundice faster in newborns. About 80 babies with non-hemolytic jaundice will receive one of two doses of zinc, or the liver drug UDCA, plus phototherapy. Th…

This study tested two ways to offer HIV treatment, hepatitis C treatment, and substance use disorder medications to people who inject drugs. One group received a telehealth-enhanced program with on-demand services like mobile blood draws and counseling, while the other group got …

Researchers are testing an experimental drug called MRG003 in adults with biliary tract cancer that is EGFR-positive and cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. The trial enrolls people whose cancer worsened after at least one standard treatment. Everyone receives MRG003 by i…

This phase 2 trial tests whether simvastatin, a widely used cholesterol-lowering drug, can prevent liver cancer in 52 adults with liver cirrhosis. Participants take simvastatin and are monitored with blood tests and imaging to see if cancer-related markers change. The goal is to …

Researchers are testing whether lanifibranor, a drug for fatty liver disease, can improve blood sugar control in adults with NASH and type 2 diabetes. They are also studying whether combining lanifibranor with empagliflozin, a diabetes medication, works better than lanifibranor a…

This phase 2 trial tests whether peginterferon lambda, an experimental interferon drug, can safely reduce hepatitis D virus levels in people with chronic infection. Participants receive one of two doses of the drug for 48 weeks, and researchers measure changes in viral load and l…

This trial tests whether 8 weeks of home-based exercise can improve physical fitness, muscle strength, and quality of life in adults with chronic liver disease. Participants are split into three groups: aerobic exercise, aerobic plus resistance exercise, or a control group receiv…

This phase 2 trial tests whether a natural vitamin E supplement called tocotrienol can slow the worsening of end-stage liver disease. Seventy adults with stable but advanced liver disease (MELD score 8–17) will take either tocotrienol or a placebo twice daily for three years. The…

This Phase 2 trial tested whether oral cimetidine (Tagamet), a common heartburn drug, can reduce light sensitivity in people with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) and X-linked protoporphyria (XLP). These genetic conditions cause severe pain from sunlight exposure. The study en…

This study tests a decision model that aims to predict whether a person with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, a type of liver cancer, will benefit more from transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) alone or TACE combined with atezolizumab plus bevacizumab. Researchers will de…

This study looked at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called A4250 (odevixibat) in 116 children with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), a rare liver disease. The children took the drug for up to 72 weeks. The study measured changes in bile acid …

This early-stage trial tests an investigational drug called MWN105, given as an injection under the skin, in healthy Chinese volunteers aged 18 to 45. The study aims to check the drug's safety, how the body processes it, and whether it triggers an immune response. Researchers wil…

This phase 3 trial compares two steroid schedules for severe alcohol-associated hepatitis, a serious liver condition with high death rates. One group takes prednisolone for 7 days followed by a placebo for 7 days, while the other takes prednisolone for the full 14 days. Researche…

This trial tests whether an essential amino acid supplement can lower fat stored in the liver of teenagers with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants aged 13 to 18 will take the supplement or a placebo for two months, and researchers will measure liver fat with …

This study tests whether avatrombopag, a pill that boosts platelet production, can help people with gastrointestinal cancer who develop low platelets from chemotherapy. About 60 participants will receive either avatrombopag or a placebo. The goal is to see if the drug can raise p…

This study tests a drug called herombopag in people with chronic liver disease who have low platelet counts and need surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can safely raise platelet levels enough to reduce bleeding risk during the procedure. About 101 adults with mild to moderat…

This trial tests whether rifaximin, an antibiotic that works in the gut, can improve low platelet counts in people with hepatitis C-related cirrhosis. Low platelets are common in cirrhosis and can raise the risk of serious bleeding. Researchers will give 165 participants either r…

This phase 2 pilot study tests whether combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) with liver-directed treatments (like embolization or radiation) or peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) can shrink tumors in people with well-differentiated neuroendocrine tum…

This study tests two doses of K-808 (Pemafibrate) in 46 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who haven't responded well to standard treatments. The main goal is to see if the drug lowers alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels, a key marker of liver damage, after 12 weeks. Par…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether an experimental drug called HTD1801 can reduce liver fat and improve blood sugar control in adults who have both nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and type 2 diabetes. Participants receive either HTD1801 or a placebo for 18 weeks, and resea…

This study tests whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) can help people with advanced liver cancer live longer than current standard treatments. About 732 participants who have not had prior systemic therapy will be randomly assigned to receiv…

This phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called HTD1801 (BUDCA) in adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who haven't responded adequately to standard treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can safely lower alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels, a key marker of li…

This trial is testing whether a chemotherapy drug called idarubicin works as well as the standard drug doxorubicin when used in a procedure called transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) for liver cancer. TACE delivers chemotherapy directly to the tumor and blocks its blood supply…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental vaccine called VRON-0200 in adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already taking antiviral medication. The vaccine aims to boost the body's immune response against the virus. Some participants also receive two additional drugs, elebs…

This trial is testing whether combining a procedure that blocks blood flow to tumors (TACE) with two drugs—sintilimab, which boosts the immune system, and bevacizumab, which cuts off tumor blood supply—can safely and effectively treat liver cancer that cannot be surgically remove…

This trial tests whether adding sumac spice to a calorie-restricted diet can improve liver function and metabolic health in adults with obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). About 100 participants aged 30-60 will be randomly assigned to take either a placebo or o…

This study tests whether adding Turkish coffee or green tea to a Mediterranean diet can reduce liver fat in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants will follow a 12-week diet plan and drink either Turkish coffee twice daily, green tea three times daily…

This study tests whether aerobic exercise in simulated altitude (normobaric hypoxia) can improve body composition and metabolism in people with MASLD, a type of fatty liver disease. Twenty sedentary adults with MASLD will walk on a treadmill for 8 weeks, either in mild altitude o…

This study tests whether a supplement made from brown algae and chromium picolinate, when added to a calorie-controlled Mediterranean diet, can reduce fat buildup in the liver. Adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and metabolic syndrome wil…

This study looked at whether aspirin or a diabetes drug called an SGLT2 inhibitor (like dapagliflozin) can improve liver health in people with type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Researchers measured liver enzymes, cholesterol, and liver stiffness (using FibroS…

This trial tests an experimental oral drug called HTD1801 in adults with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a serious liver condition, along with liver fibrosis and type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. Participants receive either HTD1801 or a placebo to see if the drug can improve l…

This study aims to find the most effective amount of exercise to reduce liver fat in people with NASH, a serious liver disease. Researchers will compare different exercise doses in 45 sedentary adults aged 18-69 with NASH and early-stage liver scarring. The goal is to provide cle…

This trial tests whether a digital clinic, delivered through a smartphone app, can improve health outcomes for people with alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). Participants' doctors are randomly assigned to refer them to this digital platform in …

This trial asks whether giving vitamin D3 to people with low vitamin D before a liver transplant can reduce bacterial infections in the first three months after surgery. Adults with cirrhosis and vitamin D deficiency who are scheduled for a liver transplant will receive either we…

This trial is testing a new abdominal compression technique to reduce breathing-related movement of liver tumors during radiation therapy. The study will compare this novel method with current compression devices and traditional thermoplastic masks in 120 adults receiving radiati…

This study tests whether adults with chronic hepatitis B who have no liver scarring can safely stop taking antiviral drugs. The 140 participants have undetectable virus levels and negative HBeAg status. Researchers will monitor for viral relapse and liver problems over time.

This pilot study tests whether a coordinated care program can help people with alcohol-related liver disease access addiction and mental health services more easily. The program brings together liver specialists, addiction medicine, and psychiatry to streamline referrals and care…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called BW-20507 in 32 people. First, healthy volunteers received a single dose to check safety. Then, people with chronic hepatitis B received multiple doses to see how the drug behaves in the body and whether it fights the virus…

This trial is testing a personalized treatment for people with inoperable perihilar cholangiocarcinoma, a type of bile duct cancer. The approach combines radiofrequency ablation — using heat to destroy tumor tissue — with complete drainage of bile ducts, guided by both endoscopy …

This study looked at how the drug afamelanotide (Scenesse) behaves in the bodies of 28 people with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP), a rare condition that causes severe pain on sun exposure. Researchers measured the drug's concentration in the blood after a single implant. The…

This trial investigates whether two common osteoporosis medications, denosumab and alendronate, can reduce liver fat and scarring in postmenopausal women who also have nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The study will compare changes in liver fat and stiffness over 12 mont…

This trial is testing whether a special supplement containing silibin, glutathione, and vitamin E can reduce fat buildup in the liver and improve liver function in people with MASLD (a common fatty liver disease linked to metabolism). Over 42 adults, each person will take the sup…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called JNJ-73763989 to standard oral antivirals can better suppress hepatitis D virus in people who are also infected with hepatitis B. About 52 adults with stable chronic co-infection will receive either the combi…

This study investigates whether combining two drugs—camrelizumab (an immunotherapy) and apatinib (a targeted therapy)—before and after surgery can improve outcomes for people with liver cancer that can be surgically removed. Participants receive the drug combination before surger…

This study tests whether offering hepatitis C testing right in community pharmacies—using a simple finger-prick device—helps more people on opioid therapy get diagnosed and cured compared to the usual approach of referring them to a clinic. Participants are adults on stable metha…

This study tests a care model where hospitalized adults with opioid use disorder and a serious infection receive long-acting injectable buprenorphine from their infectious disease doctors, alongside infection treatment. The goal is to keep patients on effective medication for opi…

This study tests whether elafibranor, a daily pill, can normalize alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels in adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who did not respond well to or cannot take standard treatment. About 69 participants will receive either elafibranor or a placebo f…

This trial investigates whether JX-594 (Pexa-Vec), a virus modified to attack cancer cells and boost the immune system, combined with best supportive care, can help people with advanced liver cancer live longer. The study enrolls adults whose liver cancer has progressed or who co…

This study tests whether combining two diabetes drugs—semaglutide and empagliflozin—can reverse liver damage from NASH (a severe form of fatty liver disease) in people with type 2 diabetes. Participants will receive either the combo, empagliflozin alone, or a placebo for 48 weeks…

This study tests an experimental drug called AZD2389 in people with liver fibrosis (scarring) and compensated cirrhosis (early-stage liver damage). The goal is to check the drug's safety and how the body handles it. About 40 adults with liver disease will receive either AZD2389 o…

This study tested whether adding Naderin (sodium nucleinate) to standard treatment could reduce complications in 75 patients with cancer, tuberculosis, or hepatitis C. The main group received Naderin plus standard therapy, while the control group received standard therapy alone. …

This trial investigates whether giving two immunotherapy drugs, ipilimumab and nivolumab, before liver surgery can help shrink tumors in people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma). Participants receive the drugs in the weeks leading up to their planned surgery. The study…

This study tests the long-term safety of maralixibat, an oral medication, in children with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), a rare liver disease that causes intense itching. Participants who completed a prior study will receive maralixibat twice daily. Resear…

This study tested a combination of three drugs—camrelizumab, apatinib, and chemotherapy (gemcitabine plus cisplatin)—in 49 people with advanced biliary tract cancer that could not be removed by surgery. The goal was to see if the combo is safe and how well it shrinks tumors. Resu…

This study tested whether a combination of two drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) can prevent liver cancer from returning in people who had surgery or ablation to remove their tumor. About 668 participants at high risk of recurrence were randomly assigned to receive the drug co…

This study tested whether adding prazosin, a drug usually used for high blood pressure, to standard hepatitis C treatment could reduce liver scarring. 112 adults with chronic hepatitis C (genotype 1 or 4) and severe liver fibrosis took part. Researchers measured changes in liver …

This small, completed phase II study tested the safety of combining two drugs—atezolizumab (an immunotherapy) and bevacizumab (a blood vessel blocker)—in 6 people with advanced liver cancer who also had moderate cirrhosis (Child-Pugh B7 or B8). The goal was to see if this treatme…

This study tested whether adding a virus-based immunotherapy (Pexa-Vec) to the standard drug sorafenib helps people with advanced liver cancer live longer. About 459 adults with advanced liver cancer who had not received prior treatment took part. The approach uses a modified vir…

This early-phase trial tested a new type of vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells (dendritic cells) that are engineered to target a protein called WT1 found in many cancers. Ten people with advanced esophageal, pancreatic, ovarian, or liver cancer received six vaccines o…

This study tested a drug called seladelpar in 96 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare liver disease. Participants had not responded well or could not tolerate the standard treatment. The goal was to see if seladelpar could lower a key liver enzyme (alkaline phosp…

This completed phase 4 trial tested whether adding SB Flavon (a blend of flavonoids, vitamin C, and L-arginine) to standard Tenofovir therapy can reverse advanced liver scarring (cirrhosis) and prevent liver cancer in 134 people with chronic hepatitis B. The study measured liver …

This study tested whether a new form of interferon (IFN alfa-2b XL) combined with ribavirin works better and causes fewer side effects than the standard treatment for chronic hepatitis C (genotypes 1 or 4). 84 adults who had not been treated before or had not responded to previou…

This study tested two different approaches to help people recently released from jail or prison get connected to care for HIV, hepatitis C, STIs, and opioid use disorder. Over 600 adults took part. The goal was to see which method worked better for starting and staying on treatme…

This study tested a combination of two drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) given before surgery to people with liver cancer. The goal was to see how well the drugs shrink the tumor and how they affect the immune system. 40 participants were enrolled, and researchers also studied…

This study tested the safety of a drug called maralixibat in 27 infants under 12 months old with Alagille syndrome or progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), two rare liver diseases that cause bile buildup. The drug is given as an oral solution and aims to reduce bi…

This study tested three different doses of HPG1860, an experimental oral drug, against a placebo in 89 adults with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a type of fatty liver disease. The main goals were to check safety and see if the drug could lower liver fat content measured by…

This study tested a weekly injection called pemvidutide in 212 adults with NASH, a serious liver condition linked to fat buildup. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce liver fat and scarring without worsening the disease. Participants received either the drug or a placebo …

This study tested a combination of peginterferon alfa2a and ribavirin in 17 HIV-positive people with chronic hepatitis C who had not responded to earlier treatment. Participants received weekly injections and daily pills for 48 weeks. The main goal was to see if the virus became …

This early-phase study tested a daily combination of two oral drugs, axitinib and everolimus, in 19 people with advanced solid tumors, particularly kidney cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose by monitoring side effects in the first month. Researchers also tracked how…

This completed registry tracked 332 liver cancer patients in France who received SIR-Spheres, tiny radioactive beads injected into the liver's blood supply to target tumors. The goal was to see how this treatment is used in everyday practice and to monitor safety and survival. Re…

This study tested different doses of vitamin E in 200 adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to find the best dose for improving liver health. Participants took vitamin E or a placebo for 24 weeks, and researchers measured changes in a key liver enzyme (ALT). The go…

This early-phase study tested a drug called itacitinib in 19 adults with advanced liver cancer that had not responded to first-line treatment. The goal was to check the drug's safety and see if it could shrink tumors or slow cancer growth. Itacitinib works by blocking a protein t…

This study looked at how well adults with obesity or complicated overweight could stick to different very low-calorie ketogenic diets (VLCKD) in a real-world clinic. Participants chose one of four diet plans, ranging from all-natural foods to all meal replacements, and followed a…

This study tested a new way to care for people who inject drugs and have hepatitis C. Along with standard hepatitis C treatment, participants were offered HIV prevention medication and buprenorphine for opioid use disorder. The goal was to see if this combined approach could cure…

This completed Phase 3 trial tested a once-daily combination of two drugs, lonafarnib and ritonavir, in 10 adults with chronic hepatitis D. The goal was to see if the regimen is safe and can lower the amount of virus in the blood over 48 weeks of treatment and 24 weeks of follow-…

This study tested whether combining two experimental drugs (VIR-2218 and VIR-3434) with or without a standard immune booster (PEG-IFNα) can safely eliminate hepatitis B surface antigen in people with chronic hepatitis B. 244 adults with long-term infection who were already on ant…

This study tested two versions of a low-calorie Mediterranean diet, each with different carb and fat levels, combined with moderate aerobic exercise in 36 adults with obesity and fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The goal was to see if one diet plan worked better than the other at red…

This study tested a triple combination treatment for advanced liver cancer that has spread. It combines a procedure called TACE (which blocks blood flow to the tumor) with immunotherapy drugs (PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors) and targeted therapies (VEGF-TKI or bevacizumab). The goal is to…

This study tested a three-pronged approach for intermediate-stage liver cancer: a procedure that blocks blood flow to the tumor (TACE), immunotherapy drugs that help the immune system fight cancer, and targeted drugs that stop blood vessel growth. Over 900 patients participated. …

This Phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) helps people with advanced bile duct cancer live longer. The study enrolled 158 Chinese adults with cancer that had spread or could not be removed by…

This study tested whether a structured program combining exercise, nutritional advice, and psychological support is safe and doable for frail adults with cirrhosis waiting for a liver transplant. Twenty-five participants were enrolled to see if they could stick with the program a…

This study tested whether irbesartan, a blood pressure medication, can slow the progression of liver scarring (fibrosis) in adults with chronic hepatitis C who cannot take or did not respond to antiviral therapy. Over two years, 166 participants took either irbesartan or a placeb…

This study tested whether offering rapid hepatitis C treatment with help from a peer mentor (someone who has been cured) works better than the usual referral to an outside clinic. 198 people who use drugs and were in an opioid treatment program took part. The goal was to see if m…

This study tested whether interferon-free drug combinations can cure hepatitis C in 150 people who had been successfully treated for liver cancer. Participants took pills like sofosbuvir and ribavirin for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see if the virus stayed undetectable 12 week…

This study tested a special type of radiofrequency ablation using two cooled needles that also release saline to treat liver cancer that came back after chemoembolization. The goal was to see if this technique could better destroy the tumor and prevent it from growing back. One h…

This study tested a more intensive hepatitis C treatment in 58 adults who have both HIV and hepatitis C (genotypes 1 or 4) and had not responded to previous therapy. Participants received higher doses of two drugs, peginterferon alfa-2a and ribavirin, for up to 18 months. The goa…

This study looked at how the HIV drug raltegravir works in people with severe liver disease who need a liver transplant. It included 14 HIV-positive adults with end-stage liver failure. Researchers checked how the drug behaves in the body and how it interacts with anti-rejection …

This study looked at whether adding vitamin D to standard hepatitis C treatment could help patients with genotype 1 or 4 who had not responded to previous therapy. 32 adults with low vitamin D levels were enrolled. The goal was to see if vitamin D could make the antiviral drugs w…

This phase 3 trial tested whether a single injection of radioactive lipiodol (Lipiocis) into the liver artery could prevent hepatocellular carcinoma from coming back after surgery or ablation. The study enrolled 73 adults with cirrhosis and one or two liver tumors that had been s…

This study tests whether a DNA vaccine can help people with chronic hepatitis B control the virus after they stop taking standard antiviral drugs. The vaccine aims to boost the immune system to delay the virus from becoming active again. The trial involves 70 adults who have unde…

This phase 2 study tested a combination of three drugs—telaprevir, peginterferon, and ribavirin—in 70 adults with both HIV and hepatitis C who had not been helped by standard treatment before. The goal was to see if this triple therapy could clear the hepatitis C virus from the b…

This study tested a new way to reconnect the pancreas to the intestine during Whipple surgery for certain cancers. The new method uses a stent and wraps the connection with omentum (fatty tissue) to try to prevent leaks. 48 patients were split into two groups to compare the new t…

This phase 3 trial tested whether adding radiofrequency ablation (RFA) to standard transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) improves outcomes for people with intermediate-stage liver cancer. 241 participants with 2-10 liver tumors were randomly assigned to receive either TACE alone…

This study tested a new robotic surgery technique that protects the vagus nerve during spleen removal and blood vessel disconnection in 60 cirrhosis patients with portal hypertension. The goal was to see if it reduces common side effects like diarrhea and delayed stomach emptying…

This study tested whether a special blood test (ROTEM) can better guide blood transfusions in people with acute-on-chronic liver failure who are bleeding from enlarged veins. 262 participants were randomly assigned to receive transfusions based on either the new test or standard …

This study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine/cisplatin) helps people with advanced bile duct or gallbladder cancer live longer. Over 1,000 participants received either the combination or chemo plus a placebo. The goal…

This study looked at whether a Mediterranean diet, with or without added exercise, could help people with a type of fatty liver disease called MASLD. The goal was to see if the diet could reduce fat and scarring in the liver. 96 adults took part, and researchers used special MRI …

This completed study tested a same-day approach to hepatitis C testing and treatment in community organizations in Bangkok, Thailand. It involved 200 adults who tested positive for hepatitis C antibodies. The goal was to see if offering immediate treatment with direct-acting anti…

This study tested a high-precision radiation treatment called stereotaxic radiotherapy (CyberKnife) in 44 adults with a single liver cancer tumor. The goal was to stop the tumor from growing for at least 18 months. Participants received three high-dose radiation sessions over 8-1…

This study tested a combination of the targeted drug regorafenib with chemotherapy (mGEMOX) in 66 people with advanced bile duct cancer that could not be removed by surgery. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. This is not a cure, but aims to cont…

This study tests whether adding a third drug, ipilimumab, to the standard two-drug combination (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) improves survival and tumor shrinkage in people with advanced liver cancer. About 229 patients will receive either the standard two drugs or all three. Th…

This study tested a smartphone app called ReLiver-N designed to help people with liver cirrhosis take a more active role in their care. The app provides health education, self-management tools, and a system to flag urgent issues. Researchers enrolled 48 patients with mild to mode…

This early-stage trial tested whether combining donafinib (a targeted therapy) with an anti-PD-1 antibody (an immunotherapy) can safely prevent liver cancer from coming back after surgery. It involved 30 patients with high-risk features like microvascular invasion or multiple tum…

This study tested a new biologic drug called VAY736 in 68 adults with autoimmune hepatitis who did not get better with or could not tolerate standard treatments. The goal was to see if VAY736 could safely help normalize liver enzyme levels. Participants received either VAY736 or …

This study tested a method to protect healthy liver tissue during Yttrium-90 radioembolization, a radiation treatment for liver cancer. Doctors injected short-acting gelatin particles into arteries supplying non-cancerous liver areas to temporarily block blood flow. The goal was …

This study tested a team-based approach for people with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), a type of fatty liver linked to heart problems. 286 adults received either standard care or extra support from a liver doctor, a nutritionist, and a psycholog…

This completed phase 4 trial compared two common diabetes drugs, dapagliflozin and empagliflozin, added to metformin in 108 adults with type 2 diabetes and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants took one of the two drugs daily for six months. Researchers used live…

This study tested whether a combination of two drugs, zibotentan and dapagliflozin, is safe for people with cirrhosis, a serious liver condition. 73 adults with cirrhosis took part, receiving either the drug combo, zibotentan alone, or a placebo. The main goal was to check for si…

This early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and nintedanib (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth)—in 196 adults with advanced solid tumors that had worsened after standard treatment. The main goal was to find the safest dose of nint…

This study looked at 52 adults with advanced liver cancer to see if adding microwave ablation (MWA) to immunotherapy works better than immunotherapy alone. MWA uses heat to destroy tumors and may help the immune system fight cancer more effectively. The researchers measured how l…

This study tested whether different doses of silymarin, a natural extract from milk thistle, can lower elevated liver enzymes caused by medications. Nineteen adults with drug-induced liver injury took either a placebo or one of three silymarin doses for 35 days. Researchers measu…

This study looked at liver cancer patients whose tumors shrank completely after non-surgical treatments like chemoembolization and immunotherapy. Researchers compared those who then had surgery to remove any remaining tissue versus those who simply watched and waited. The goal wa…

This study tested whether adding a third drug (relatlimab) to a two-drug combination (nivolumab and bevacizumab) is safe and works better for people with advanced liver cancer who haven't had treatment before. The 83 participants received either the three-drug combo or the two-dr…

This study tested a new drug called zetomipzomib in 24 adults with autoimmune hepatitis, a condition where the immune system attacks the liver. Participants received either the drug or a placebo along with their usual treatment for 24 weeks, with an option to continue the drug fo…

This study tested a new way to open the bile duct during an ERCP procedure. Instead of the standard pull-type cut, doctors used a special hooked knife (ASD) designed to cut only the circular muscle layer, potentially causing less damage. Over 1,500 patients were randomly assigned…

This study tested a new drug called BIO89-100 (Pegozafermin) in 222 adults with NASH, a serious fatty liver disease with liver scarring. Participants received weekly injections of the drug or a placebo for about 6 months. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce liver inflamm…

This study tested a new treatment for people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment combines chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver, a procedure to block the tumor's blood supply, and two drugs (lenvatinib and tislelizumab). The goal was to see i…

This study tested two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in people with advanced liver cancer that could not be treated with surgery. The goal was to see if these drugs could shrink tumors and control the disease. The trial included 657 adults and found that the treat…

This completed phase 3 study followed 700 people with liver cirrhosis caused by hepatitis B, C, or fatty liver disease. Researchers took a small amount of bone marrow from each patient, processed it to collect stem cells, and infused those cells back into the patient. The goal wa…

This study looked at whether early liver transplantation can help people with severe alcoholic hepatitis who did not get better with medical treatment. Researchers compared alcohol relapse rates in 284 patients who received early transplants to those transplanted after a 6-month …

This study tested whether adding an antibiotic (amoxicillin-clavulanic acid) to the usual steroid treatment could improve survival in people with severe alcoholic hepatitis. About 300 adults at high risk of death within two months took part. The goal was to see if the antibiotic,…

This study compared robotic-assisted pancreatic surgery to the standard open approach for people with pancreatic and related tumors. Researchers wanted to see if robotic surgery could help patients recover faster after the operation. A total of 268 patients took part across multi…

This study looked at the long-term safety of a drug called maralixibat in 52 people with cholestatic liver disease, including Alagille Syndrome and other rare conditions. Participants had already taken maralixibat in an earlier study. Researchers tracked side effects and how well…

This study looked at how safe the drug cabozantinib is for people with advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) who have already tried another treatment called sorafenib. A total of 110 adults took part. The main goal was to see how long patients lived after starting cabo…

This study tested a drug called odevixibat (A4250) in 62 children with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) types 1 and 2, a rare liver disease that causes severe itching and bile buildup. The drug works by blocking the reabsorption of bile acids in the gut. The g…

This phase 2 trial tested whether semaglutide (a diabetes drug) combined with cilofexor and firsocostat (two experimental liver drugs) can improve liver scarring and resolve NASH in people with cirrhosis. 457 participants with compensated cirrhosis due to NASH were randomly assig…

This completed study tested whether the diabetes drug semaglutide (Rybelsus) could help 60 adolescent girls with PCOS and obesity reduce liver fat and improve insulin sensitivity, compared to a weight loss diet. Participants took a daily oral tablet for 4 months or followed a pre…

This study tested a device that pumps cold, oxygenated fluid through donor livers before transplant. The goal was to see if it reduces early organ damage in livers from older or higher-risk donors. 266 liver transplant patients took part. The approach could help more people get s…

This study looked at whether eating only during a set window each day (time-restricted eating) combined with supervised exercise can reduce fat in the liver and improve heart health in adults with obesity. 187 people took part. The goal was to see if the combination works better …

This study tested a drug called tislelizumab in 50 people with advanced liver cancer who also have moderate liver damage (Child-Pugh B). The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. Tislelizumab works by helping the immune system attack cancer cells. The study took place …

This study tested a monthly injection called AZD2693 in 220 adults with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver scarring, who carry a specific genetic risk factor. The goal was to see if the drug could reverse liver inflammation and scarring without making it worse. The tr…

This phase 2b trial tested whether saroglitazar magnesium can help people with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis. 189 adults took either a 2 mg or 4 mg dose of the drug or a placebo daily for several months. The main goal was to see if the drug could resolve …

This study tested a single dose of the experimental drug GSK4532990 in 61 adults with NASH, a type of fatty liver disease. Researchers measured how the drug moves through the body and affects liver proteins, while also checking for safety. The goal is to see if the drug can help …

This study looked at whether drinking a mineral water rich in bicarbonate, sulfate, calcium, and magnesium could help people with a type of fatty liver disease called MASLD. 87 adults with MASLD either drank the mineral water daily plus followed a healthy diet, or just followed t…

This study tested whether a 4-week program of inspiratory muscle training (using a POWERbreathe® device) could improve diaphragm thickness, reduce fatty liver, and increase aerobic capacity in 30 healthy men aged 60-80. Participants were split into a training group and a control …

This study tested whether a 6-day infusion of somatostatin, a drug that lowers pressure in the liver's blood vessels, could prevent ascites (fluid buildup) after liver cancer surgery. 179 patients with liver cancer and underlying liver disease took part. The goal was to see if so…

This phase 2 trial tested a new chemotherapy combination (Nal-IRI with 5-FU and leucovorin) against a standard treatment (gemcitabine plus cisplatin) in 93 people with advanced biliary tract cancer that could not be removed by surgery. The study aimed to see which approach better…

This study tested a combination of three drugs—chemotherapy (mFOLFOX6), an immunotherapy (atezolizumab), and a targeted therapy (bevacizumab)—in 20 people with advanced bile duct cancer who had already received one prior treatment. The goal was to see if the combination could shr…

This early-stage trial tested a DNA vaccine in 10 adults with chronic hepatitis B who had not responded to standard treatments. The vaccine was designed to train the immune system to fight the virus. The main goal was to check safety, with a secondary goal of seeing if the vaccin…

This completed Phase 3 trial tested a combination of two drugs, atezolizumab and bevacizumab, in 152 people with advanced liver cancer that could not be surgically removed and had not been treated before. The goal was to check safety and how well the treatment works. The study wa…

This study looked at 24 patients with advanced liver cancer whose disease got worse after standard treatment with lenvatinib and an immunotherapy drug. Researchers added a third drug, lenalidomide, to see if it could help control the cancer again. The goal was to measure how long…

This study tested several new drug combinations in 281 people with chronic hepatitis B who were already on standard antiviral therapy. The goal was to see if adding experimental drugs could clear a key virus marker (HBsAg) from the blood. Participants received different combinati…

This early-stage study looked at how the drug bulevirtide behaves in people with chronic hepatitis D who also have normal or impaired kidney function. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood, its effect on bile acids, and overall safety. The study enrolled 41 adults and gav…

This study tested whether offering hepatitis C treatment at the same clinic where people receive opioid therapy leads to better outcomes than referring them to a separate infectious disease clinic. About 298 people on opioid therapy with chronic hepatitis C took part. The goal wa…

This study tested a drug called ZW25 (zanidatamab) in 87 people with advanced or metastatic HER2-amplified biliary tract cancer that had worsened after standard chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors and how long that effect lasted. The trial is now com…

This study tested whether giving liver transplant patients a daily high-protein drink for 12 weeks helps them maintain muscle mass. Thirty patients on the transplant list took part. Researchers measured muscle mass with CT scans and tracked how well patients stuck with the drink.…

This study compares two machines that clean the blood of toxins when the liver fails: MARS (a standard system) and SPAD (a simpler, cheaper alternative). Thirty-four patients with severe liver failure will try both machines in random order. The goal is to see if SPAD works as wel…

This completed Phase 4 trial tested a herbal supplement called AntiCov-220 in 82 people with underlying health conditions, including HIV and cancer. The goal was to see if it could prevent and treat COVID-19 by boosting the immune system and fighting the virus. The study compared…

This study tested a new way to deliver chemo directly to liver tumors using a wrist artery instead of the groin. Thirty-eight patients with liver cancer took part. The goal was to see if the wrist approach is safe, feasible, and effective, with fewer complications and faster reco…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 in 25 people with KRAS-mutated pancreatic, colorectal, lung, ovarian, or bile duct cancers who had signs of remaining disease after standard treatment. The therapy aims to train the immune system to attack…

This study tested a drug called cotadutide in 54 adults with a type of fatty liver disease that includes liver scarring but not cirrhosis. Participants received either the drug or a placebo as a daily injection. The main goal was to check safety and tolerability, with results hel…

This pilot study tested the safety of giving sitagliptin (Januvia) for three weeks to 14 liver cancer patients before they had surgery to remove their tumors. The idea is that sitagliptin might help immune cells get into the tumor and fight it better. The main goal was to check f…

This study tests whether a sound-wave technique called shear wave elastography, performed during a standard upper endoscopy, can measure liver and spleen stiffness and grade liver fibrosis. Participants are adults with known or suspected cirrhosis who are already scheduled for an…

Researchers in Georgia are testing whether mailing hepatitis C self-tests to people who inject drugs and men who have sex with men increases how many get tested. The trial enrolls 1,250 adults in Tbilisi and Batumi who do not know their hepatitis C status. Half receive a self-tes…

Researchers in Karachi, Pakistan, are studying whether delivering hepatitis C self-tests to people's homes increases how many get tested. The trial enrolls about 2,000 adults who live in two areas of the Malir district and have not recently been tested. Half receive a self-test k…

Researchers are testing whether giving people in Malaysia a rapid hepatitis C self-test kit to use at home increases how many get tested, compared with standard clinic-based testing. The trial enrolls 750 adults who are not known to have hepatitis C and have not been tested in th…

Researchers at Hanoi Medical University are studying whether two blood markers, AFP-L3 and PIVKA-II, can accurately detect hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common form of liver cancer. The trial enrolls 200 adults, including people with liver cancer and people with benign liver…

Researchers are testing the Liver Incyte system, an ultrasound device that measures how stiff the liver is, to see if it can tell healthy people apart from those with liver fibrosis or steatosis. The trial includes 140 adults, some healthy and some with a history of hepatitis C o…

This trial tests a blood-based test designed to detect multiple cancers early in people aged 40 to 74 who have no cancer symptoms. The study will enroll about 2,500 participants and will check how well the test identifies lung, colorectal, liver, gastric, and esophageal cancers. …

This study looked at over 1,200 adults with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD) to see if a new digital test, called FibroNest Ph-FCS, can predict who will develop serious liver complications. The test uses computer analysis of standard liver biopsy images to measure scarring. …

This trial is testing whether a special PET/CT scan, typically used for prostate cancer, can better detect hepatocellular carcinoma (the most common type of liver cancer) compared to standard CT or MRI scans. The study will enroll about 30 adults with liver lesions suspicious for…

This study is testing whether a common blood test, called FIB4, can help find people with advanced liver fibrosis (serious liver scarring) who don't know they have it. About 500 adults aged 18-70 with a high FIB4 result will get a more detailed liver check, including a special ul…

This trial is testing whether an artificial intelligence (AI) model can accurately diagnose and grade several types of solid tumors that affect children, including neuroblastoma, medulloblastoma, Wilms tumor, hepatoblastoma, and rhabdomyosarcoma. The AI is trained on thousands of…

This pilot study is testing whether a specialized MRI technique using hyperpolarized pyruvate can non-invasively detect metabolic changes in the liver that are linked to fatty liver disease. The study will include people with simple fatty liver (NAFL), those with the more advance…

This study investigates whether non-invasive imaging techniques—ultrasound and MRI—can accurately diagnose non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis in people with fatty liver disease. Currently, a liver biopsy is the gold standard, but it is invasive and carries ri…

This study compares different ways to take a liver biopsy in adults with chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, or who have had a liver transplant. The goal is to see which method—traditional percutaneous (through the belly) or endoscopic ultrasound-guided (through the stomach)—provid…

This study tests whether the inferior vena cava (the body's main vein) can serve as a reliable reference point for measuring blood pressure in the liver during an endoscopic ultrasound. Normally, doctors use a hepatic vein for this, but in people with advanced liver scarring, tho…

This study is testing whether a special drink (EVOC probe) can help detect liver cirrhosis by measuring chemicals in a person's breath. Researchers will compare breath samples from 240 people with and without cirrhosis to build a risk model. The goal is to develop a simple, non-i…

This study tests a computer program called NIMIT-AI that analyzes routine blood test results over multiple doctor visits to detect liver scarring in people with fatty liver disease (MASLD). Unlike the current standard method (FIB-4), which often misses cases and fails with incomp…

This study tests whether a device called Fibroscan can diagnose fatty liver disease (steatosis) without needing a biopsy. Researchers will measure liver stiffness and viscosity in 72 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with confirmed fatty liver. Results will be com…

This study is testing a portable, non-invasive breath analyzer that measures tiny particles in exhaled breath to screen for conditions like type 2 diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, and lung disease. Researchers will enroll healthy volunteers and people with known diagnoses…

This study looked at 639 adults with cirrhosis to see if a blood test called mSEPT9 can detect liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) better than the current standard test (AFP). Participants gave an extra blood sample during routine care, and researchers compared how well each …

This study tested a new ultrasound technique (Side-by-Side Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound) to see if it could accurately check whether microwave ablation fully destroyed liver tumors just 1-3 days after treatment. Researchers compared it to standard contrast-enhanced ultrasound in …

This study tested a new artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm against the standard LI-RADS criteria for diagnosing liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) on CT scans. Researchers enrolled 300 people at risk for liver cancer who had a new liver nodule found on ultrasound. The go…

This study tested a simple strip test called PeriScreen to quickly diagnose infection in the belly fluid of people with cirrhosis. The goal is to see if the strip can spot infections as accurately as standard lab tests, helping doctors start treatment faster. About 649 adults wit…

This study looked at whether a breath test could help detect liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, or liver cancer. Researchers collected breath samples from 56 patients with known or suspected liver disease and analyzed them for specific chemical markers. The goal was to see if the test co…

This completed study tested a new blood test that looks for tiny particles called exosomal microRNAs to detect intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive liver cancer. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 535 adults to see how accurately the test could identify can…

This study tested a new blood test called LyMIC that looks for tiny particles (exosomes) released by cancer cells. The goal was to see if it could accurately tell whether bile duct cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes before surgery. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 230…

This study tested a new radioactive tracer called [18F]FAPI-74 for PET scans in people with gastrointestinal cancers, including liver, bile duct, stomach, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers. The goal was to see if the tracer can accurately detect cancer cells by comparing scan re…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) could more accurately predict liver scarring (fibrosis) in people with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). Researchers compared AI models using FibroScan and clinical data against standard noninvasive scores lik…

This study tested a new blood test called LLIFT to see if it can accurately diagnose fatty liver disease and its severe form, NASH, without needing a liver biopsy. Researchers enrolled 158 people at high risk for metabolic syndrome. The LLIFT test combines patient information lik…

This study tested whether a noninvasive device called FibroScan can accurately measure liver scarring (fibrosis) in children, potentially replacing the need for a liver biopsy. Researchers compared FibroScan results with biopsy results in 264 children aged 6 months to 18 years wi…

This study looked at whether two blood tests, eLIFT and FibroMeter, can accurately detect liver fibrosis (scarring) in people with type 2 diabetes. The researchers compared these blood tests to standard methods like FibroScan and liver biopsy. The goal is to find a simpler, less …

This study looked at over 1,000 people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to see if simple blood tests and ultrasound-based devices can accurately detect liver scarring (fibrosis) without needing a liver biopsy. The goal is to develop reliable, non-invasive tools to i…

This study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool, called ACE 2.0, can detect undiagnosed liver cirrhosis by analyzing a routine electrocardiogram (ECG). Researchers at Mayo Clinic enrolled 279 primary care clinicians and their adult patients. The AI flagged ECGs tha…

This study tested a strategy of using rapid, point-of-care diagnostic tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Zimbabwe. Over 1,000 women were offered testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, syphilis, and hepatiti…

This trial asks whether giving dialysis patients four doses of a double-strength hepatitis B vaccine offers better protection than the standard three doses. People with kidney failure on dialysis often respond weakly to vaccines, leaving many unprotected. The study will compare a…

This trial asks whether endoscopic glue injection or the beta-blocker propranolol is better at preventing the first bleeding episode from gastric varices—enlarged veins in the stomach that can rupture in people with liver cirrhosis. Adults aged 18 to 80 with cirrhosis and gastric…

This clinical trial investigates whether two existing medications, allopurinol and atorvastatin, can help prevent serious complications in people with stable liver cirrhosis. The study will compare these drugs against a placebo to see if they reduce the number of acute decompensa…

This completed study looked at whether lupus patients already taking hydroxychloroquine long-term had a lower risk of catching COVID-19 or developing severe symptoms. Researchers compared 552 patients who either took the drug or did not, using blood tests and questionnaires. The …

This trial tests whether a three-dose hepatitis B vaccine can protect healthcare workers in Zambia from infection. The vaccine is given at 0, 1, and 6 months, and blood tests measure the immune response. The goal is to see if the vaccine produces protective antibodies and cellula…

This study tested whether a mobile app (GeoPassport), financial incentives, and peer mentor support could help men who have sex with men and transgender women leaving jail access HIV prevention services like PrEP and testing. 233 participants were enrolled and followed for 9 mont…

This study tested whether the antibiotic rifaximin could prevent a serious brain condition called hepatic encephalopathy in people with cirrhosis who undergo a TIPS procedure. The TIPS procedure helps reduce pressure in the liver but often leads to confusion and other brain issue…

This study tested whether giving pregnant women with hepatitis B a daily pill (tenofovir) plus giving their newborns a hepatitis B vaccine at birth could safely prevent the virus from passing to the baby. The trial enrolled 317 women in the Democratic Republic of Congo and follow…

This study tested whether adding reflective materials like aluminum foil or white cloth around babies during light therapy for jaundice helps lower bilirubin faster. 81 newborns with mild jaundice were randomly assigned to standard therapy, therapy with white cloth reflectors, or…

People with liver cirrhosis often have abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Researchers at Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital are following 150 cirrhosis patients who undergo laparoscopic splenectomy and azygoportal disconnection, a common operation for bleeding caused b…

This early-phase study tests whether anakinra, a drug that blocks inflammation, can make the heart more sensitive to inotropes (medicines that strengthen heart contractions) in people with end-stage heart failure. If successful, patients might need lower, safer doses of inotropes…

This study tested whether a device that gently stimulates the vagus nerve through the ear could reduce delayed stomach emptying after a major pancreatic surgery (pancreaticoduodenectomy). 84 patients were randomly assigned to receive the stimulation during surgery or not. The goa…

This study tests whether a conversation game called 'Hello' can help people with cancer and their loved ones discuss advance care planning—decisions about future medical care. Participants will play either the Hello game or a similar conversation game, complete questionnaires, an…

This study tests whether giving methadone and ketamine during a deceased donor liver transplant can lower pain and confusion after surgery. About 50 adults will receive either the drug combo or standard care. Researchers will track pain scores, opioid use, and recovery time.

This trial tests whether a daily dietary supplement called Edenboost Alpha Cleanse can improve liver health and ease digestive symptoms like bloating, abdominal pain, fatigue, and nausea. Forty adults aged 40 to 65 who have struggled with low energy and at least two digestive iss…

This phase 2a trial tests whether an experimental oral drug called PORT-77 can lower levels of protoporphyrin IX (PPIX) in the blood of adults with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP). People with EPP experience severe pain and skin reactions after even brief sun exposure. The st…

This study tested whether a personalized home exercise program (walking three times a week and strength training with elastic bands twice a week) could improve fitness and strength in 30 adults waiting for a liver transplant. The goal was to see if better fitness before surgery c…

This study tested a drug called MT-7117 in 165 adults and adolescents (ages 12-75) with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) or X-linked protoporphyria (XLP), conditions that cause severe pain from sunlight exposure. The goal was to see if the drug could delay the first symptoms o…

This pilot study tested a plastic stent with a retrieval string to drain bile in 40 people with resectable bile duct cancer. The goal was to see if the stent could safely reduce bile buildup before surgery. Researchers measured serious complications and how well the stent worked.

This study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…

This study tested whether a mild electrical stimulation at specific acupoints (TEAS) helps people with cirrhosis tolerate an urgent endoscopy for suspected variceal bleeding. 180 patients were split into three groups: active TEAS, sham TEAS (electrodes but no current), or standar…

This study tested whether giving a single dose of pregabalin before a liver cancer ablation procedure can reduce pain afterward. 70 adults with liver cancer were randomly assigned to receive either pregabalin or a placebo before their procedure. The main goal was to measure pain …

This study looked at whether having a palliative care team work alongside surgeons improves quality of life for patients with gastrointestinal cancers like pancreatic or liver cancer. About 379 patients and their family members took part. The main goal was to see if this team app…

This study looked at whether using an incentive spirometer—a device that encourages slow, deep breathing—can improve blood oxygen levels and recovery in people who just had a liver transplant. Forty adults between 18 and 65 years old took part. The goal was to see if this simple …

This study tested two approaches to bring palliative care (comfort-focused care) to people with end-stage liver disease. About 1,500 adults from 19 U.S. centers took part. One group had direct access to a palliative care specialist; the other group saw a liver doctor specially tr…

This study tested whether taking zinc supplements and applying a strong steroid cream (clobetasol) can prevent or reduce hand-foot skin reaction, a common and painful side effect of the cancer drug regorafenib. About 150 patients starting regorafenib were split into three groups:…

This study looked at 60 premature newborns (born between 28-37 weeks) in the neonatal intensive care unit who had breathing problems or were on a ventilator. Researchers compared different chest physiotherapy methods and positions to see which worked best for clearing the lungs. …

Researchers are looking at whether the FIB-4 index, a blood-based score that estimates liver fibrosis risk, tracks with the severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and low oxygen levels during sleep. They will review records from 373 adults who had full-night sleep studies, gro…

This study is collecting blood, urine, and stool samples from 500 children with autoimmune diseases and healthy controls. Researchers will analyze these samples to find molecular patterns that could help diagnose these conditions and guide treatment decisions. The goal is to crea…

Researchers at Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University are studying whether brown fat activity is linked to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. They analyze stored PET/CT scans and blood samples from 96 people who had clinically indicated scans. The goal is to find blood proteins that …

Researchers are surveying people in Thailand who have chronic hepatitis B to find out how many also carry hepatitis D, a virus that can make liver disease worse. The study focuses on groups at higher risk, including people who inject drugs, men who have sex with men, prisoners, a…

Researchers at Anhui Provincial Hospital are checking whether an existing risk model can predict five-year death risk in adults with fatty liver disease. The study uses health examination records from nearly 270,000 people seen between 2018 and 2024, including liver ultrasound, e…

This study looked at how bacteria from the gut might travel to the liver and make liver disease worse in people with hepatitis C. Thirty adults with stable liver disease took part. Researchers used blood tests, MRI scans, and liver tissue samples to measure bacterial movement and…

This study checked how many organ transplant recipients in the U.S. have antibodies to the hepatitis E virus, which can become chronic in people with weakened immune systems. Researchers enrolled 447 adults who had a liver, kidney, or small bowel transplant or were on a waiting l…

Researchers are testing two ways to train VA primary care clinicians to hold goals of care conversations with veterans who have serious illnesses such as cancer, heart failure, or dementia. One approach gives clinicians written materials and online training. The other adds team f…

This study looked at whether a 4-week moderate resistance training program could improve diaphragm thickness, liver fat, and quality of life in healthy men aged 60-75. Thirty participants were split into an exercise group or a control group that kept their normal routine. Researc…

This study looked at how people with and without non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) process food. Researchers monitored 53 adults over two days, measuring metabolism, blood, and urine after meals. The goal was to find differences that might explain why fat builds up in the…

This study looked at 805 blood donors who tested positive for hepatitis C virus (HCV) to learn how the virus spreads and affects health over time. Researchers collected blood samples and health information to track infection and liver disease. The goal was to better understand HC…

Researchers are studying how a single oral dose of soticlestat behaves in adults with mild or moderate liver impairment compared with healthy adults. The trial measures drug levels in the blood and tracks side effects over an 8-day clinic stay. The goal is to understand whether l…

This early-stage study tests a single dose of the experimental drug efimosfermin alfa in 30 healthy adults of Chinese, Japanese, and White/European ancestry. The goal is to check safety, how the body processes the drug, and immune reactions. Participants will not receive any trea…

This study is testing whether a green dye called ICG can help surgeons see tumors more clearly during surgery in children and teens with solid tumors. The dye is injected before surgery and makes tumor tissue glow under a special camera. The goal is to see if this technique helps…

This observational study follows people with hepatitis B-related acute-on-chronic liver failure who receive one of three antiviral drugs: entecavir, tenofovir alafenamide, or tenofovir amibufenamide. Researchers measure two newer virological markers, HBV RNA and HBcrAg, over time…

Researchers are studying whether certain molecules in the blood can predict how well patients with liver cirrhosis will do after leaving the hospital. The trial enrolls adults aged 18 to 80 who were admitted for a serious complication of cirrhosis, such as fluid buildup, confusio…

People with liver cirrhosis and portal hypertension often have kidney problems because of reduced blood flow and fluid buildup. Researchers at one hospital are reviewing medical records of patients who had laparoscopic splenectomy and azygoportal disconnection, a minimally invasi…

Researchers are studying how the body handles two experimental drugs, VIR-2218 and VIR-3434, in adults with cirrhosis and liver impairment. Participants receive a single injection of one drug or both together. The trial measures drug levels in the blood and checks for side effect…

Researchers in Belgium are studying adults with type 2 diabetes to understand how often they develop non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and what that condition looks like. Participants will undergo a liver scan, provide blood samples, and answer questionnaires about their …

Researchers are reviewing records from 60 people with liver cirrhosis and portal hypertension who had colon polyps removed during a colonoscopy. The goal is to see whether bleeding right after the procedure or in the following days happens more often in this group. The study also…

This study tests whether a software tool called Synapse Medicine can help hospital pharmacists who work with medical teams make better and faster medication recommendations. The tool analyzes each patient's health information to flag potential drug-related risks, such as harmful …

This early-stage study looks at how the experimental drug nemtabrutinib is processed in people with moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. About 32 adults will receive a single oral dose, and researchers will measure drug levels in the blood over time. The goal…

This early-stage study tests the safety and tolerability of a new drug called QL2401 in 70 healthy Chinese adults aged 18 to 45. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo to see how the body handles it. The goal is to gather initial safety data before testing in people wi…

This study looks back at the medical records of 550 children who had surgery to remove a common bile duct cyst, a condition that can block bile flow and damage the liver. Researchers want to identify which factors, such as age or lab results, are linked to faster recovery of bowe…

This completed Phase 1 study looked at how vitamin E is absorbed and used in the bodies of normal-weight and obese women, and whether vitamin C helps. Fifty women aged 18 to 40 took part, including some with type 2 diabetes. Researchers gave different doses of vitamin E (by mouth…

This study aims to identify the unique molecular signature of immune cells called T cells that mistakenly attack the liver in autoimmune liver diseases like autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cholangitis, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. Researchers will analyze blood sampl…

This study looked at liver fibrosis (scarring) in 127 HIV patients who had high liver enzymes while on antiretroviral therapy. Participants underwent tests like liver biopsy, ultrasound, and CT scans to measure liver damage. The goal was to understand how common and severe liver …

Researchers are examining whether liver fibrosis, measured by non-invasive scores, correlates with estimated 10-year cardiovascular risk in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The study uses data from 271 adults aged 30 to 79 and focuses …

This study gathers blood, urine, stool, and tissue samples from 132 adults with primary liver cancer who are receiving or have received immunotherapy. Researchers will analyze these samples along with medical records to learn more about how liver cancer develops and responds to t…

This study tested a new cone-beam CT scanner that takes clearer pictures during radiation therapy for lung, liver, and breast cancers. 31 people participated to see if the new scanner reduces image blurring and improves accuracy. The goal is to help doctors target tumors more pre…

This trial tests whether a 15-minute educational video and a list of suggested questions can improve understanding of immunotherapy among patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the educational materials or usual care, and…

This study aims to develop a new laboratory technique to detect specific immune cells (called CD8 T cells) that target the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Researchers will use blood samples from people infected with HCV genotypes 1 or 4 to test and refine this technique. The goal is to …

This early study tests a single dose of the drug pevifoscorvir in 30 people with chronic hepatitis B, some with kidney problems and some with healthy kidneys. Researchers want to see how kidney function affects drug levels and safety. The goal is to learn how to dose the drug pro…

This early-stage study tests a single dose of the drug pevifoscorvir sodium in 16 adults: 8 with moderate liver impairment and 8 healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see how the drug is processed in the body and if it is safe. The goal is to gather information for future dosin…

This study is testing whether a special type of ultrasound, called endoscopic ultrasound elastography, can predict the texture of the pancreas and the risk of a pancreatic fistula after a major surgery called pancreaticoduodenectomy. The study will enroll 100 adults scheduled for…

This study looks at how the drug hydronidone moves through the body in people with different levels of liver function. Thirty adults with either normal liver function or varying degrees of liver impairment will take a single dose of the drug. The goal is to understand how liver h…

This study follows over 2,700 people with bladder, lung, or liver cancer who are receiving the drug atezolizumab as part of their normal treatment. Researchers are tracking how long patients live and how well the drug controls their cancer outside of a controlled clinical trial. …

This study looked at whether offering genetic counseling by phone or video could help more childhood cancer survivors get genetic testing. About 391 survivors took part, comparing remote counseling to usual care. The goal was to see if remote services increase testing uptake and …

This study looks at whether jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes, makes people with cirrhosis more likely to develop infections while in the hospital. Researchers will follow 250 Egyptian patients with cirrhosis to see if those with jaundice get more hospital-acquired infec…

This study looks for genetic changes linked to progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) in adults with unexplained bile flow problems. Researchers will collect health information and blood samples from 150 participants across Spain during a single visit. The goal is t…

This early-stage study is testing a single dose of an experimental drug called EDG-7500 in 32 adults. Some have mild or moderate liver problems, while others have normal liver function. Researchers want to see how the drug moves through the body and if it is safe in people with d…

Hepatitis E can cause severe liver problems in people who have had an organ transplant, and may become chronic. This study screens liver and kidney transplant patients in Guadeloupe using blood tests to measure how many carry the virus. The goal is to learn whether routine screen…

This early study tests whether a single dose of the experimental drug AZD2389 can attach to a protein called FAP in the liver. Twelve adults with advanced liver scarring (fibrosis) will get a PET scan before and after taking the drug to see if it binds to its target. The goal is …

This study tests whether an Apple Watch, combined with artificial intelligence, can detect early signs of improvement or deterioration in people with advanced chronic liver disease (cirrhosis). Participants wear the watch to continuously track heart rate, oxygen levels, sleep, ac…

This study looks at how two heat-based procedures — radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation — affect the immune system in people with small liver cancers. Researchers will take blood samples and tissue biopsies before and after treatment to track changes in immune cells. T…

This study compares two catheters used during the mapping step before radioembolization for liver cancer. One is a standard microcatheter, the other is a pressure-enabled device (TriNav). The goal is to see if the pressure-enabled catheter delivers more radioactive tracer directl…

This study uses endoscopic ultrasound—a tiny ultrasound probe on a flexible tube passed through the mouth—to measure the size of the common bile duct in people with jaundice caused by pancreatic or bile duct tumors. Researchers aim to better understand how these tumors compress t…

This study looks at whether two popular weight-loss medications, semaglutide and tirzepatide, can improve early signs of liver damage in people with overweight or obesity. Researchers measured changes in liver health markers after at least 12 weeks of treatment in 154 adults. The…

This study compares three devices that measure how well blood clots — ClotPro, ROTEM, and TEG — in patients undergoing liver surgery, neurosurgery, or cesarean section. The goal is to see how closely the results from these devices agree with each other. The findings may help doct…

This study investigates how a single dose of mavorixafor is processed in people with mild to moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers with normal liver function. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood and monitor safety and tolerability. The goal is to …

This study looked at how the drug MCI-186 (also called edaravone) behaves in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to those with healthy livers. Twenty-two participants received a single dose of the drug. The goal was to see if liver problems affect how the drug …

This study looks at how the drug belapectin moves through the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Participants receive a single intravenous dose, and researchers measure drug levels in the blood over time. The goal is to …

This study developed an artificial intelligence model that analyzes MRI scans and pathology images to predict the risk of liver cancer returning after surgery. Researchers used data from over 500 patients who had their liver cancer surgically removed. The goal is to help doctors …

This study analyzed data from 1005 liver cancer patients to see who benefits from a treatment called TACE after surgery. Using machine learning, researchers aimed to predict individual patient outcomes. The goal is to help doctors decide whether to recommend TACE or just monitor …

This study looks at whether simple, non-invasive blood test scores can predict the risk of developing liver cancer in people with advanced liver disease who have been cured of hepatitis C. Researchers analyzed data from 571 adults treated at a single hospital over ten years. The …

This completed study looked at how often hospitalized patients with cirrhosis experience pain. Researchers asked 30 patients about their pain, its location, intensity, and whether it was chronic. The goal was to highlight an often-overlooked issue and encourage better pain care f…

This study investigates how the liver processes nutrients after a meal in healthy individuals and in patients with fatty liver disease or cirrhosis. Researchers will take blood samples and liver biopsies after fasting or eating a standardized meal, and after a glucagon injection.…

This study looked at whether having a special consultation with a radiotherapy technician (called a manipulator) helps cancer patients feel more informed about their treatment. Researchers enrolled 308 adults with various cancers who were getting radiation therapy. They compared …

This study investigates whether certain genetic differences make children with nephroblastoma (kidney cancer) or acute lymphoblastic leukemia (blood cancer) more likely to develop a serious liver condition called hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD) during chemotherapy. Researche…

This completed study looked at a new antibody called anti-SIRPα as a potential immunotherapy for liver cancer. Researchers used blood and tissue samples from 30 liver cancer patients to see how the antibody affects immune cells. The goal was to understand whether blocking the SIR…

This study tests whether a special capsule, called SIMBA, can safely collect fluid from the small intestine in people with liver cirrhosis. Participants swallow two capsules, which are later recovered from stool. Researchers will analyze the fluid to compare gut bacteria and meta…

This study looked at whether it's possible to create a group of people with hepatitis C in Hai Phong, Vietnam, for future research. 300 adults with active hepatitis C took part. The goal was to see how many patients could be enrolled and how much information could be collected, n…

This study looked at how the drug ITF2357 is handled by the body in people with chronic liver disease compared to healthy volunteers. 24 adults received a single 50 mg dose by mouth. The goal was to measure drug levels and check safety, not to treat the liver condition.

This study looked at 180 people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) who also had cirrhosis caused by either fatty liver disease or alcohol use. Researchers compared immune cells and gut bacteria in the liver to understand why cancer develops. The goal was to gather knowl…

This study looks at how certain genetic changes (mutations) in the hepatitis B virus (HBV) affect the amount of virus in the blood of people with chronic infection. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 92 patients not on antiviral treatment. They found that specific mutations …

This study looked at 255 people with severe obesity who had weight-loss surgery. Researchers wanted to see if losing weight could improve liver scarring (fibrosis) by measuring certain blood tests before and one year after surgery. The goal was to understand how weight loss affec…

This study looked at 98 adults with cirrhosis who were hospitalized for sudden worsening of their liver condition. Researchers measured different forms of iron in the blood to see how they relate to short-term death risk. The goal was to better understand iron's role in liver fai…

This study followed 326 adults in Zambia with chronic hepatitis B for up to 5 years. Researchers tracked how the virus behaves, how many patients need treatment, and how many develop serious liver problems like cirrhosis or liver cancer. The goal was to better understand the dise…

This study looked at health insurance records of over 75,000 people with cirrhosis in France to see if doctors follow guidelines for early liver cancer screening. The goal was to find out how often screening is done correctly and what factors might lead to missed or delayed diagn…

This study looked at how obesity affects the way children's bodies process common acid reflux medications like lansoprazole and pantoprazole. Researchers gave a single dose of these drugs to 76 children aged 6-21, both with and without obesity, and measured how long the drugs sta…

This study looked at how a single dose of MY008211A tablets moves through the body in people with different levels of liver function. 24 adults (some with liver problems, some without) took part. The goal was to understand safety and how the liver affects drug levels, not to trea…

This study looked at 10 people with liver cancer (HCC) who were getting a standard treatment called chemoembolization (c-TACE). The goal was to see if mixing the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin with salt water or a contrast dye changes how the drug spreads inside the tumor. Researc…

This study looked at two faster ways to test for hepatitis C in people who recently injected drugs and visit needle exchange programs. One method uses a fingerstick test with results in about an hour, and the other uses a dried blood spot sent to a lab. The goal was to see if the…

This study looked at 315 HIV-positive adults to build models that predict fatty liver disease and liver scarring. Researchers used ultrasound and FibroScan tests to track liver changes over time. The goal was to better understand and identify liver problems early in people living…

This study looked at whether combining detailed MRI scans with whole genome sequencing can help doctors choose the best treatment for people with liver cancer. Researchers studied 200 adults who were scheduled for liver surgery. The goal was to see if these advanced tests provide…

This completed Phase 1 study looked at how the experimental cholesterol-lowering drug enlicitide is processed in the body of people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Twenty participants received a single oral dose, and researchers measured dru…

This study tested a new way for doctors to discuss CPR with older, seriously ill patients and their families. Instead of the usual conversation, doctors followed a step-by-step guide that focused on the patient's values and explained why CPR might not help. The goal was to see if…

This study looked at how many people with cirrhosis in French general hospitals were vaccinated against diseases like hepatitis, flu, and COVID-19. Researchers surveyed 742 patients to see if they were up to date on their shots. The goal was to find gaps in vaccination coverage s…

This study tested whether a version of the Mediterranean diet made with Asian ingredients is acceptable to people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). 30 participants in Singapore tasted meals from a 4-week menu and rated them. The goal was to see if people liked the f…

This completed study looked at ways to increase diversity in cancer clinical trials, focusing on breast, liver, and prostate cancers. Researchers worked with communities, doctors, and scientists in New York City to find better ways to include people of color and underserved group…

This study looked at 412 people with cirrhosis who had bleeding from veins in the esophagus or stomach. Half got an endoscopy within 6 hours, the other half between 6 and 24 hours. The goal was to see if faster treatment lowered the chance of rebleeding within 42 days. The result…

This registry followed over 1,000 liver cancer patients who received SIR-Spheres—tiny radioactive beads injected into the liver's blood supply to kill tumors. The goal was to see how this treatment is used in real hospitals and how it affects survival, side effects, and quality o…

This study offered a rapid hepatitis C test to 1,500 women aged 50-74 who were already coming in for breast cancer screening in Montpellier, France. The goal was to see how many women would agree to the extra test and how many had undiagnosed hepatitis C. Women who tested positiv…

This study tested a new ultrasound technique called ARFI to measure liver stiffness in 109 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with liver conditions. The goal was to understand normal stiffness values and how they change with disease or treatment. This is an observa…

This completed study used leftover liver tissue from 36 adults who had surgery to create lab models of early infection. Researchers want to learn how bacteria and viruses first take hold in the liver, which could lead to new ways to prevent or treat serious bloodstream infections…

This completed study looked at 58 adults in Guadeloupe with pyogenic liver abscesses, a serious bacterial infection of the liver. Researchers identified the bacteria responsible and tested their antibiotic resistance. The goal was to understand local causes and improve treatment,…

This study looked at a new device called AE05ML that helps surgeons place clips on blood vessels and other tissues during keyhole surgery. The goal was to see if the device is safe and works well. A total of 161 adults took part in the study.

This early-stage trial looked at how a single 50mg dose of pyroglutamate rongliflozin capsules behaves in 32 adults with mild or moderate liver damage and type 2 diabetes, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and tracked side effects to un…

This study looked at 446 liver transplant patients to see if changes in their MELD score (a measure of liver disease severity) could predict who might not survive. Researchers focused on patients with high MELD scores, who are at greater risk. The goal is to better understand how…

This study looked at whether ultrasound and stiffness measurements of the liver and spleen can predict a serious condition called portal hypertension in people with common variable immunodeficiency (CVID). Researchers examined 250 CVID patients during routine visits, using non-in…

This study tracked 295 adults who had high-risk surgery for stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or liver cancer. Researchers measured quality of life before surgery and again at 6 and 12 months after. They also asked patients and their family members if they regretted the decision to h…

This study looked at 211 people with liver cirrhosis to see which screening method works better for detecting liver cancer: an ultrasound every 6 months or an MRI once a year. Participants received both tests, and researchers measured how often each test correctly found cancer. T…

This study tested whether a special liver scan (hepatobiliary scintigraphy) can predict liver failure in 326 patients undergoing major liver surgery. The scan measures how well the remaining liver works, which may be more useful than just measuring its size. If accurate, it could…

This study looked at how blood clots in people with liver cirrhosis, a condition that can cause bleeding problems. Researchers used a special machine called T-TAS to measure clotting in blood samples from 60 patients. They also tested whether tiny particles that act like platelet…

This study looked at medical records of 729 people in Japan with biliary tract cancer that could not be removed by surgery. Researchers wanted to see if bile duct problems during first treatment affected how long patients could stay on that treatment. The study did not test any n…

This study aimed to find new blood markers that can show liver damage in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers compared blood samples from 19 patients with and without signs of liver injury. The goal is to improve detection and understanding of liver problems in this conditio…

This study looked at how common liver scarring (fibrosis) is in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers used a special scan called Fibroscan to measure liver stiffness in 43 patients when they were admitted to the hospital. The goal was to learn more about liver health in this …

This study looked at 82 adults with cirrhosis and portal hypertension (high blood pressure in the liver) to find out how many have minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) — a mild form of brain fog that can affect thinking. Researchers used simple blood tests and thinking exercises …

This completed study tested whether a new biomarker called 'mass response' can predict how well a cancer therapy will work. Researchers collected tumor cells from 72 patients with various cancers through fluid drainage or biopsies. The goal was to see if this biomarker could guid…

This study looked at whether treating hepatitis C in people who inject drugs can prevent the virus from spreading to others. Researchers analyzed health records of about 2,800 people in NHS Tayside who were tested or treated for hepatitis C. No new treatments or procedures were g…

This study looked at how consistent FibroScan, a non-invasive device that measures liver stiffness and fat, is when used by different operators on different days. 108 adults with fatty liver or alcohol-related liver disease had multiple scans and blood tests over two visits. The …

This study tested a program called GRACE that helps primary care patients assess their risk for diseases like heart disease, cancer, and liver disease using family health history. Researchers enrolled 245 patients from five clinics, including low-resource settings, to see how man…

This study compared how patients feel about two ways to take a small sample of liver tissue: one using a needle through the skin (percutaneous) and another using a thin tube through the mouth (EUS-guided). 102 adults with chronic liver disease were randomly assigned to one method…

This study of 60 people with cirrhosis measured quadriceps (thigh) strength and compared it to standard frailty and malnutrition scores. The goal was to see if a simple leg strength test could replace more complex frailty assessments. No treatment was given; it was purely an obse…

This study looked at 38 adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease to see if gut bacteria are getting too close to the gut lining, which might worsen liver health. Researchers used a sigmoidoscopy to take tissue samples and measured the distance of microbes from intestinal cel…

This study followed 450 transgender people (300 HIV-negative and 150 living with HIV) from community health centers in Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines for 24 months. Researchers tracked new HIV infections, mental health, and social factors like stigma and violence using su…

This study collected blood, stomach, liver, intestine, and fat tissue from 360 severely obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery. The goal was to better understand how obesity and surgery affect the body, especially the digestive system. Researchers hope this knowledge will le…

This completed study looked at whether eating only during a specific daily window (time-restricted eating) can slow the aging process in 176 adults who are overweight or have early fatty liver disease. Participants followed a Mediterranean diet with or without calorie restriction…

This pilot study looked at 38 liver transplant patients to see if liver failure lowers blood levels of pyrophosphate, a natural substance that prevents calcium buildup in tissues. Researchers measured pyrophosphate before and after transplant and checked liver tissue for a relate…

This study looked at whether fatty liver disease can be an early warning sign for heart disease, separate from known risk factors. Researchers measured blood markers of blood vessel damage in 63 people aged 50-69 who were already at high risk for heart problems. The goal was to b…

This early-phase study looked at how the body breaks down nalbuphine extended-release tablets in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. It also explored whether the drug could relieve itching in those with liver problems. The study …

This study looked at how the body handles a single shot of fazirsiran in 34 people with mild, moderate, or severe liver problems, compared to those with healthy livers. Participants were followed for 6 months after the injection. The goal was to measure drug levels and check for …

This study aimed to create new mathematical models to better predict which patients with severe liver disease are at highest risk of dying while waiting for a liver transplant. Researchers analyzed data from 501 adults on the French national transplant waiting list. The goal is t…

This study used online questionnaires to understand how well healthcare providers and people with or at risk for MASH (a liver disease) understand the links between MASH and heart, kidney, and metabolic conditions. About 1,330 participants completed the 25-minute survey. The goal…

This study looked at how safe and effective a combination of two drugs (Atezolizumab and Bevacizumab) is for people with liver cancer and cirrhosis, compared to standard pills (tyrosine kinase inhibitors). Researchers followed 38 patients to see how long they lived and how their …

This study looked at how the body processes a single dose of the drug AMG 133 in people with different levels of liver impairment compared to those with healthy livers. Thirty-six adults took part, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood and checked for side effects. Th…

This study tested whether a blood test that looks at tiny particles called exosomes can find cancer that has spread but is not visible on scans in people with a type of bile duct cancer (intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma). The goal was to help doctors know who needs stronger treatm…

This study looked at how the drug varegacestat moves through the body in people with liver problems compared to healthy people. About 35 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels and side effects. The goal was to understand if liver impairment changes how th…

This completed study examined 292 people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to see if liver scarring is linked to heart disease risk. Researchers used non-invasive tests like the coronary calcium score and liver elastography. The goal was to better understand how to s…

This completed study tested whether a simple ultrasound of the carotid artery during liver transplant surgery can help doctors assess a patient's fluid status. Researchers measured changes in blood flow velocity in the carotid artery in 42 adult liver transplant patients. The goa…

This study looked at how the drug BPN14770 is handled by the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy people. A total of 32 adults took a single dose of the drug. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and checked for side effects.…

This completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug MK-8527 moves through the body in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time to understand how liver function affects the drug. The study…

This study looked at how the experimental prostate cancer drug opevesostat moves through the body in men with moderate liver impairment compared to healthy men. Sixteen male participants received a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels over time. The goal was to under…

This study looked at whether two simple frailty questionnaires (G8 and VES-13) can predict serious side effects from chemotherapy in people 65 and older with gastrointestinal cancers. Researchers followed 72 patients receiving standard chemotherapy and checked their frailty, nutr…

This completed study looked at 574 hospitalized adults with end-stage liver disease to see if alcoholic patients had the same chance of getting on the national liver transplant waiting list as non-alcoholic patients. The goal was to find out if non-medical reasons limit access fo…

This study looked at over 1,100 liver transplant patients to see if having a donor of a different gender affects long-term survival. Researchers followed patients for up to 10 years after transplant. The goal is to understand whether gender mismatch is a risk factor, which could …

This study looked at ways to prevent tuberculosis (TB) in Malaysian prisoners, many of whom also had HIV, opioid addiction, or hepatitis. Researchers compared a standard 40-week TB prevention treatment with a shorter 12-week option. The goal was to see which approach worked bette…

This study looked at whether liver cancer spreads differently in men and women. Researchers analyzed data from over 19,000 patients and used computer models to create separate prediction tools for each gender. The goal was to better understand risk factors for cancer spread at th…

This study tested a telemedicine platform called myLIVERcoach in 50 adults with liver cirrhosis. Participants used the app alongside standard care to answer questionnaires and track symptoms, aiming to catch complications early. The goal was to see if patients, caregivers, and do…

This completed study aimed to find out how many patients with a certain set of symptoms actually have acute hepatic porphyria (AHP), a rare metabolic disorder. Researchers enrolled 150 adults aged 18 to 60 who had severe abdominal pain along with neurological symptoms like limb w…

This completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug bulevirtide (Hepcludex) behaves in the body of people with normal liver function and those with liver impairment. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and how quickly it is cleared. The study involved 74 participants an…

This study tested a new ultrasound feature that measures liver fat and compared it to the standard MRI method. About 60 adults with or at risk for fatty liver disease had two ultrasounds and one MRI. The goal was to see if the ultrasound could accurately estimate liver fat, which…

This completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug golcadomide is processed in the body of people with moderate or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 29 adults received a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels and safety. The goal is to understand…

This study looked at over 5,000 adults in Zambia to find out how many have hepatitis B and how many need treatment. Researchers tested people in their homes and then did more tests on those who tested positive. The goal was to gather information, not to test a new treatment or cu…

This study looked at how the antibiotic ceftriaxone moves through the blood and belly fluid in 20 people with severe liver disease and fluid buildup (ascites). Researchers collected leftover blood and fluid samples to measure drug levels. The goal was to better understand dosing …

This study looked at how paracetamol (a common painkiller) is processed in the body after major liver surgery. Researchers measured paracetamol levels in the blood over five days in 90 patients who had different amounts of liver removed. The goal was to understand if patients wit…

This pilot study tested a program called the Liver Live Donor Champion Program for people waiting for a liver transplant. The program trains a friend or family member to be an advocate and help the patient find a living donor. Researchers enrolled 76 liver transplant candidates a…

This study looked at whether two easy-to-use frailty checklists (FRAIL and FiND) can predict severe side effects from chemotherapy in adults aged 65 and older with gastrointestinal cancers. Researchers followed 84 patients who had already had surgery and were receiving standard c…

This study tested 350 detainees in Nîmes, France for HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C using rapid diagnostic tests. Many detainees come from areas where these infections are common and often don't know their status. The goal was to find out how many are infected so that care can…

This study looked at whether a heart ultrasound (echocardiography) can help doctors better manage liver cirrhosis patients who also develop sudden kidney injury. Researchers examined 28 patients to see how their heart function related to their kidney problem. The goal was to impr…

This study tested a new way of helping patients breathe during a procedure that destroys liver tumors with heat or electricity. The new method, called flow-controlled ventilation, keeps the diaphragm more still than standard methods, which could help doctors place needles more ac…

This study looked at 1,000 people aged 40-80 with type 2 diabetes or obesity to find the best way to screen for advanced liver scarring (fibrosis) from fatty liver disease. Researchers tested combinations of blood tests and a special ultrasound (FibroScan) to see which approach m…

This study looked at how a single dose of the antifungal drug fosmanogepix is processed in the bodies of 28 adults with varying degrees of liver impairment. Participants took one pill by mouth, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time. The goal was to see if li…

This study looked at how common and severe fatty liver disease is in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers used advanced MRI scans to measure liver fat, inflammation, and scarring. 317 patients were checked twice, three years apart, to see how the disease changes over time. Th…

This completed study looked at the genetic makeup of liver cancer in 808 patients to better understand the disease. Researchers analyzed tumor samples from people treated with surgery, ablation, or transplant, as well as those with advanced cancer. The goal was to identify key ge…

This completed study from University Hospital Freiburg looked back at 490 patients with liver cirrhosis and signs of chronic kidney disease who were treated for hepatorenal syndrome. Researchers compared how well patients with and without pre-existing kidney disease responded to …

This study used advanced MRI scans to look for organ damage in 693 adults who had recovered from COVID-19. Researchers focused on the heart, kidneys, and liver to see how often and how severely these organs were affected. The goal was to better understand the long-term health imp…

This study looked at how the drug divarasib is processed in the bodies of 31 people with different levels of liver function, from healthy to severely impaired. Participants received a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time. The goal was to unders…

This study looked at how the drug zibotentan is absorbed and cleared by the body in 30 healthy adults, including both non-Asian and Japanese participants. It was a phase 1 trial, meaning it was an early step to gather safety and drug-level information. The study did not aim to tr…

This study looked at 119 children who had platinum-based chemotherapy for certain cancers. Researchers wanted to find out if certain genes make some kids more likely to develop hearing loss from the treatment. By analyzing DNA from saliva samples, they hope to identify high-risk …

This study looked at whether a special planning tool, called a POST form, helps older adults (65+) get the medical care they prefer at the end of life. Researchers worked with 389 people, including those with dementia, to see if their treatment matched their wishes. The goal was …

This completed study aimed to create a biobank of 'organoids'—tiny, 3D mini-tumors grown from liver cancer tissue. Researchers collected samples from 48 patients with colorectal cancer that spread to the liver or with primary liver cancer. The goal was to see if they could reliab…

This study compared four non-invasive methods—FibroTest, Fibroscan, ShearWave Elastography, and Magnetic Resonance Elastography—to measure liver fibrosis in 56 children with cystic fibrosis aged 6-18. The goal was to see which test best detects early liver damage, helping doctors…

This study tested a technique called ischemic preconditioning (IPC) in 81 adults having major liver surgery. Before the main operation, surgeons briefly stopped blood flow to the liver to see if it would reduce liver injury. The goal was to lower liver enzyme levels after surgery…

This study tracked over 700 people in Korea who were already receiving the cancer drug Imfinzi (durvalumab) for lung or biliary tract cancer. The goal was to see how safe and effective the drug is in everyday medical practice, not just in strict clinical trials. Researchers monit…

This study tested a program called CJC-TraC, where a nurse case manager helps incarcerated individuals with HIV, hepatitis C, or substance use disorder prepare for release and connect to community healthcare. The program involved up to 4 in-person or telehealth visits before rele…

This study looked at how the drug efinopegdutide behaves in people with moderate to severe liver damage compared to healthy people. A total of 22 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels and safety. The goal was to understand dosing needs for patients with …

This study looked at how the drug olpasiran is processed by the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver problems compared to those with healthy livers. A total of 25 adults took a single dose of the drug. The goal was to understand safety and how the liver affects dru…

This study tested whether people with cirrhosis learn more from watching a video or reading text about their condition. 218 adults with cirrhosis took a quiz before and after receiving either a video or written educational material. The goal was to see which method improved knowl…

This study looked at 20 teens aged 13-20 with severe obesity who were scheduled for bariatric surgery. Researchers measured liver fat and how the body processes energy before and one year after surgery. The goal was to understand how the surgery affects liver health and metabolis…

This study looked at how a single dose of the drug repotrectinib stays in the blood of people with moderate or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 18 adults took part to help understand if liver problems change drug levels. The results will guide dosing for pa…

This study reviewed medical records of 300 liver cancer patients treated in Brazil between 2017 and 2022. Researchers aimed to understand patient characteristics, how the cancer was managed, and survival outcomes. No new treatments were tested; instead, the goal was to gather rea…

This study looked at how the drug AZD2389 behaves in people with liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 35 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood to check safety and processing. The goal is to understand if liver problems change how…

This completed Phase 1 study looked at how olomorasib, an oral drug, enters the bloodstream and leaves the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. 46 participants received a single dose. The goal is to understand if liver fun…

This study looked at how the drug fexinidazole, used for sleeping sickness, is processed by the body in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to those with normal liver function. Twenty-one adults took a single 1200 mg tablet, and researchers measured drug levels…

This study gathered brain monitoring data from 162 patients with serious brain injuries, such as traumatic brain injury or stroke. Using a noninvasive ultrasound device, researchers recorded blood flow signals to build a database. The goal is to develop algorithms that could one …

This study tested whether a health app (Patient Buddy and EncephalApp) plus scheduled follow-up calls and visits could reduce avoidable hospital readmissions within 30 days in 232 cirrhosis patients. Patients and their caregivers were trained on the app and received daily contact…

This completed study analyzed tumor and blood samples from 166 people with advanced liver cancer who received a combination of atezolizumab and bevacizumab. The goal was to find biomarkers—biological clues—that could predict how well a patient responds to treatment and how long t…

This completed study looked at whether COVID-19 patients treated with steroids might have a reactivation of hepatitis B virus (HBV). Researchers followed 1,793 hospitalized adults who needed oxygen and received steroids for COVID-19 pneumonia. The goal was to see how well doctors…

This study tested whether a green dye called indocyanine green (ICG) combined with 4K cameras can help surgeons find liver tumors during keyhole surgery. 45 adults having liver surgery took part. The dye makes tumors and bile leaks glow under special cameras, which may help surge…