Liver disorder
MONDO:0005154A disease involving the liver.
Also known as: disease of liver, disease or disorder of liver, disorder of liver, hepatic disease, hepatic disorder, liver and intrahepatic bile duct disorder, liver disease, liver disease or disorder
3604 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 323 tagged with Liver disorder itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Liver disorder
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Liver and intrahepatic bile duct neoplasm 77 trials · 1,743 incl. sub-types
17 sub-types
- Liver cancer 254 trials · 1,700 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Biliary tract neoplasm 31 trials · 623 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Liver hemangioma 6 trials Sub-types →
- Undifferentiated embryonal sarcoma of the liver 6 trials
- Hepatocellular adenoma 2 trials Sub-types →
- Fibrohistiocytic inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver 0 trials
- Hepatic angiomyolipoma 0 trials
- Hepatic granuloma 0 trials
- Inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver 0 trials
- Liver adenomatosis 0 trials
- Liver inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor 0 trials
- Liver leiomyoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Liver lipoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Liver mesenchymal hamartoma 0 trials
- Liver solitary fibrous tumor 0 trials
- Lymphoplasmacytic inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver 0 trials
- Solitary necrotic nodule of the liver 0 trials
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Hepatitis 50 trials · 731 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- Viral hepatitis 12 trials · 443 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis 231 trials
- Alcoholic hepatitis 31 trials
- Autoimmune hepatitis 30 trials · 31 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Drug-induced hepatitis 3 trials
- Fulminant viral hepatitis 3 trials
- Granulomatous hepatitis 0 trials
- Hepatic tuberculosis 0 trials
- Idiopathic peliosis hepatis 0 trials
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Fatty liver disease 154 trials · 616 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease 508 trials · 572 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Alcoholic fatty liver disease 14 trials
- Metabolic dysfunction and alcohol associated liver disease 8 trials
- Visceral steatosis, congenital 5 trials
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Cirrhosis of liver 519 trials · 597 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Cirrhosis, familial 4 trials · 79 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Alcoholic liver cirrhosis 18 trials
- Hepatitis C induced liver cirrhosis 5 trials
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Liver failure 71 trials · 197 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Chronic liver failure 124 trials
- Acute liver failure 16 trials Sub-types →
- Infantile liver failure 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Hepatic vascular disorder 1 trial · 116 incl. sub-types
11 sub-types
- Portal hypertension 90 trials
- Portal vein thrombosis 18 trials
- Hepatic veno-occlusive disease 6 trials Sub-types →
- Fontan-associated liver disease 5 trials
- Portosinusoidal vascular disease 3 trials Sub-types →
- Budd-Chiari syndrome 1 trial
- Nutmeg liver 1 trial
- Hepatic infarction 0 trials
- Hepatic vein thrombosis 0 trials
- Liver angiosarcoma 0 trials
- Peliosis hepatis 0 trials
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Fibrotic liver disease 96 trials
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Alcoholic liver disease 44 trials · 85 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Alcoholic hepatitis 31 trials
- Alcoholic liver cirrhosis 18 trials
- Alcoholic fatty liver disease 14 trials
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Drug-induced liver injury 21 trials · 23 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Drug-induced hepatitis 3 trials
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Hepatic porphyria 4 trials · 23 incl. sub-types
7 sub-types
- Erythropoietic protoporphyria 15 trials Sub-types →
- HMBS-related hepatic porphyria 0 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hereditary coproporphyria 5 trials
- PPOX-related hepatic porphyria 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Porphyria cutanea tarda 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hepatic cutaneous porphyria 0 trials
- Porphyria due to ALA dehydratase deficiency 0 trials
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Familial intrahepatic cholestasis 1 trial · 17 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis 16 trials · 17 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis 2 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cholestasis, intrahepatic, of pregnancy, 1 0 trials
- Cholestasis, intrahepatic, of pregnancy, 3 0 trials
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Hepatorenal syndrome 13 trials
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Bile duct cyst 10 trials
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Liver abscess (disease) 4 trials
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5 sub-types
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Glycogen storage disease due to liver phosphorylase kinase deficiency 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Glycogen storage disease IXa1 2 trials
- Glycogen storage disease IXc 2 trials
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Aagenaes syndrome 1 trial
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Hepatoportal sclerosis 0 trials
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Hepatopulmonary syndrome 0 trials
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Hyperbiliverdinemia 0 trials
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Liver disease, severe congenital 0 trials
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Polycystic echinococcosis 0 trials
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Primitive portal vein thrombosis 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
Showing the 400 most recently updated of 1377 trials in this tab.
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Can a Three-Drug chemo cocktail before surgery stop biliary tract cancer from coming back?
Cure Recruiting nowThe PURITY trial compares giving a three-drug chemotherapy combination before surgery with going straight to surgery in people with biliary tract cancer that can be removed but has a high risk of returning. Participants are adults under 75 with confirmed, non-metastatic biliary t…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hepatitis b cure breakthrough? new combo aims for 50%+ cure rate
Cure Recruiting nowThis study tests a new two-drug combination (ASC22 and Peg-IFNa) to see if it can functionally cure chronic hepatitis B. About 150 adults with low virus levels will receive the treatment. The goal is to raise the cure rate above 50% without needing lifelong medication.
Phase 4 • Sponsor: The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single radiation dose cure large liver tumors?
Cure Recruiting nowThis trial is testing a high-dose radiation treatment called Yttrium-90 radioembolization for people with large hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer) that is larger than 8 cm. The treatment delivers tiny radioactive beads directly to the tumor's blood supply, aiming t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Cure
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can hepatitis c be cured in just 4 weeks? a new trial puts it to the test
Cure Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether a 4-week course of two antiviral drugs—sofosbuvir plus glecaprevir/pibrentasvir—can cure chronic hepatitis C in people who have not been treated before and have only mild liver scarring. Participants who relapse after the short treatment will r…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A drug that protects the liver may make stem cell transplants safer for children with sickle cell disease
Cure Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving defibrotide before and after a stem cell transplant can prevent a serious liver condition called sinusoidal obstructive syndrome (SOS) in children and young adults with sickle cell disease or beta thalassemia. Participants receive defibrotide start…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: New York Medical College • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple attack on bile duct cancer: chemo, targeted drug, and immunotherapy aim to make the inoperable operable
Cure Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a combination of three treatments can shrink inoperable intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (a type of bile duct cancer) enough to allow surgical removal. The approach delivers chemotherapy directly into the liver's blood supply (HAIC) along with the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New model aims to cure hepatitis c in homeless drug users
Cure Recruiting nowThis study tests a collaborative care model where pharmacists, doctors, and patient navigators work together to provide hepatitis C treatment to people who use drugs and live in supportive housing. 444 participants will be randomly assigned to either this model or usual care. The…
Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Jail-Based hep c cure program shows promise in pilot study
Cure Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a low-barrier hepatitis C treatment program can help people in jail start and finish their medication more easily. Forty adults awaiting trial at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections will receive a 12-week course of the antiviral drug Epclusa. If re…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Lifespan • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Could a vaccine before liver transplant cut antiviral use?
Vaccine Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a CMV vaccine (CMV-MVA Triplex) given before a liver transplant to see if it reduces the need for antiviral drugs after surgery. The study enrolls 416 CMV-negative adults awaiting a liver transplant from a CMV-positive donor. Participants receive two vacc…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine targets rare liver cancer's genetic flaw
Vaccine Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a personalized peptide vaccine for people with a rare liver cancer called fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma (FLC) or other tumors that share a specific genetic change (DNAJB1-PRKACA fusion). The vaccine is designed to train the body's immune cell…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A made-to-order DNA vaccine takes aim at liver cancer's return
Vaccine Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether a personalized DNA vaccine, tailored to each patient's tumor, can keep high-risk liver cancer from coming back after surgical removal. Participants who have no remaining signs of cancer after surgery will receive the vaccine plus an immune booste…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Geneos Therapeutics • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine aims to cure chronic hepatitis b in early trial
Vaccine Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new vaccine called WGc0201 in 9 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on standard antiviral therapy. The vaccine is designed to boost the immune system to clear the virus, potentially leading to a functional cure. The main goal is to check…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jiyan Liu • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to reverse liver scarring in MASH cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether efimosfermin alfa can improve liver fibrosis in adults with compensated cirrhosis caused by MASH (a fatty liver disease). Participants receive either the drug or a placebo via injection. The main goal is to see if liver scarring improves by at lea…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental pill SHY-ONC6 takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental oral drug called SHY-ONC6 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (including breast, colon, lung, pancreatic, and others) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: SHY Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot aims to stop liver disease from getting worse
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether survodutide, a weekly injection, can improve liver outcomes in 1590 adults with NASH or MASH cirrhosis. Participants are randomly assigned to receive survodutide or a placebo, along with diet and exercise counseling. The study will track serious l…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stent aims to ease dangerous liver complications
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tracks 152 adults with cirrhosis who receive a special stent to treat complications like fluid buildup in the belly or bleeding from enlarged veins. The stent creates a new blood-flow path in the liver. Researchers will monitor how well it works and its safety over 2 y…
Sponsor: W.L.Gore & Associates • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost chemo for tough cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial will test whether adding semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug used for diabetes and weight loss) to standard chemotherapy is safe and tolerable for people with metastatic pancreatic, colorectal, or liver cancer. About 30 participants will receive weekly semaglutide in…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with genetic weakness
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called IDE892, alone or with another drug (IDE397), in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic deletion (MTAP). The study aims to find safe doses and see if the drugs shrink tumors. It includes 260 adults with ca…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: IDEAYA Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to stop liver failure in MASH cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 study tests whether an experimental drug called efimosfermin alfa can prevent serious liver complications in adults with compensated cirrhosis due to MASH (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis). Participants receive either the drug or a placebo as a shot …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug hopes to halt liver damage in MASH patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests a drug called efimosfermin alfa in 1250 adults with MASH (a fatty liver disease) and moderate liver scarring. The main goal is to check safety and side effects. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers will monitor liver hea…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can turbocharged immune cells stop liver cancer from coming back?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether combining microwave ablation with infusions of a patient's own expanded immune cells helps people with small liver tumors. The trial enrolls adults with up to three tumors, each no larger than 5 cm, who are not eligible for surgery. After ablation,…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two immunotherapy drugs make liver tumors more vulnerable to surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether adding two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, to focused radiation before surgery changes the immune cell makeup inside liver tumors. The trial enrolls 30 people with a single liver tumor that can be removed surgically. Everyone rece…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug repair livers damaged by alcohol?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called efimosfermin alfa in adults with alcohol-related liver disease. The study aims to see if the drug can improve liver health, measured by liver stiffness and a standard liver disease severity score. Participants receive either th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A smartphone app may help curb the silent march of fatty liver disease toward cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a mobile app called OpenTele can help people with fatty liver disease (MASLD) follow lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, which are currently the only treatments. The app guides patients daily and gives healthcare professionals a dashboard to monitor…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot could reverse liver damage in MASH patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests survodutide, a weekly injection, in 1800 adults with MASH and moderate to advanced liver fibrosis. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for up to 7 years, alongside diet and exercise advice. The goal is to see if survodutide can improve or re…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame liver side effects of cancer immunotherapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) with prednisone can better treat liver inflammation caused by checkpoint inhibitor cancer drugs. The trial includes adults with moderate to severe immune-related hepatitis who need to pause their cancer therapy. The m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with tough cancers: targeted drug enters trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a drug called patritumab deruxtecan in children whose liver or muscle cancers have returned or not responded to treatment. The drug works like a smart bomb, attaching to a protein on cancer cells to deliver a toxic payload. The trial will check if it is safe…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat GI cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new biologic drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan (MK-2870), alone or with chemotherapy, in people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or biliary tract cancers that cannot be removed by surgery. The main goals are to check safety and see if tumors shrink.…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancers? first human trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new drug called BGB-B2033, alone or with other drugs, in people with advanced liver, stomach, or lung cancers. The goal is to see if it is safe and how well it works. About 392 participants will take part.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called BG-C9074, designed to target and kill cancer cells in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study will first find the safest dose, then test it alone or with other cancer drugs. About 3…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers: early trial recruits 554 patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called S241656 (BDTX-4933) in people with advanced solid tumors that have certain genetic changes (KRAS, BRAF, or other RAS/MAPK mutations). The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then testing how well it works alone or wit…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for bile duct cancer: liver radiation may boost standard treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding radiation to the liver can improve outcomes for people with advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a type of bile duct cancer that has spread. About 60 adults with at least one liver tumor 3 cm or larger will receive either standard therapy a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common antioxidant help sepsis patients with liver damage?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant, can help adults with severe infections and liver dysfunction recover faster. 360 participants will receive either NAC or a placebo infusion within 24 hours of hospital admission. The main goal is to…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Theis S. Itenov • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could less be more? new study tests lower doses of cancer drug
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving lower, less frequent doses of the cancer drug atezolizumab can still keep enough drug in the blood to fight cancer. About 30 adults with certain advanced cancers (like lung cancer or melanoma) will start with standard doses, then switch to a l…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own tumor cells fight cancer? new trial tests immune cell therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether specially selected immune cells taken from a patient's own tumor, grown in large numbers in the lab, and given back along with the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can shrink tumors in people with metastatic colorectal, pancreatic, ovarian, breast, o…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for PBC patients: phase 3 trial of saroglitazar launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, saroglitazar magnesium, in 89 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who did not get enough benefit from or could not tolerate standard treatment (UDCA). The goal is to see if the drug can lower a key liver enzyme (alkaline phosphatase) to norm…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Zydus Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Four-Drug combo tackle a tough liver cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) with lenvatinib, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver can help people with hepatocellular carcinoma that has spread into the portal vein. The study aim…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame deadly bile duct cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and toripalimab) plus bevacizumab and chemotherapy as a first treatment for advanced biliary tract cancer. It involves 32 adults aged 18-75 who have not had prior treatment for their advanced cancer. The goal …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Xianglin Yuan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric zaps to the gut could tame diabetes and fatty liver
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a procedure called pulsENDO that uses mild electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The goal is to improve blood sugar control and reduce fat buildup in the liver for people with type 2 diabetes and fatty l…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cell therapy trial hopes to tackle tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests SL-28, a cell therapy made from donor immune cells, in 60 people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, pancreatic, or breast cancer) that haven't responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the therapy can shrink t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Second Life Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop liver decline in PBC patients with cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether seladelpar, a daily pill, can improve outcomes for people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who also have compensated cirrhosis. About 318 adults will receive either seladelpar or a placebo for up to 36 months. The study tracks serious events…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A pill that could let people with rare sunlight disorder step outside without pain
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an oral drug called PORT-77 in people with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) and X-linked protoporphyria (XLP), rare conditions that cause severe pain after sunlight exposure. The trial enrolls about 225 adults and adolescents aged 12 and older. It compa…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Portal Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric pulses to the gut could help control early diabetes without drugs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a procedure called pulsENDO that uses mild electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the first part of the small intestine (duodenum) in people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if this can help control blood sugar levels without needi…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common Alzheimer's drug fight liver cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether memantine, a drug currently used for Alzheimer's disease, can help slow the growth of liver cancer in people with advanced cirrhosis. The trial will enroll 12 adults with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and who are not candidates for s…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Inova Health Care Services • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own bone marrow cells heal a damaged liver?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early trial tests whether a patient's own bone marrow cells, mixed with growth factors, can help treat liver cirrhosis. Ten adults with cirrhosis (but no active cancer or severe infection) will receive the cells through an IV. The main goal is to see if the treatment improve…
Sponsor: Global Stem Cell Center, Baghdad • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to burn out liver cancer with precision radiation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Researchers want to find the exact amount of radiation needed to completely destroy the tumor using a special procedure called Y90 radioembolization. About 30 adults will take part to help improve treat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves plus chemo may slow liver cancer growth in colorectal patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a non-invasive sound wave treatment (histotripsy) to standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. About 100 adults whose cancer cannot be removed by surgery will receive both treatments. The go…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes pill ease swelling in liver patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether empagliflozin, a diabetes drug, can help people with cirrhosis and ascites (fluid buildup in the belly) get rid of excess salt and water. About 20 adults on stable diuretics will take the drug or a placebo for 14 days. Researchers will measure changes in …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink liver tumors in First-Line patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called pumitamig, alone or with another drug (ipilimumab), in people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The trial includes 198 participants who have not had prior cancer treatment. The goal is to see if the drugs are safe and…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail targets untreatable liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining an immunotherapy drug (nivolumab) with chemotherapy (fluorouracil) and an immune stimulant (interferon alpha 2b) can safely shrink or control fibrolamellar liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study will enroll 15…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test guides immunotherapy for hidden cancer cells
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether a combination of two drugs, atezolizumab and bevacizumab, can clear tiny amounts of cancer DNA from the blood of people whose gastrointestinal cancer was treated with curative intent. The trial enrolls 20 adults with colon, rectal, gastric, pancrea…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Microwave probe delivered through the stomach may heat away Hard-to-Reach tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a new device that uses endoscopic ultrasound to guide microwave energy directly into pancreatic and liver tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The study enrolls 75 adults with locally advanced or metastatic cancer. The main goal is to see whether the …
Sponsor: Banner Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to stall bile duct cancer in HER2-positive patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the drug zanidatamab to standard chemotherapy (with or without an immunotherapy) can help people with advanced HER2-positive bile duct cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 286 adults with inoperable or metastatic bile duct cancer …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Jazz Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Higher dose of hepatitis b drug put to the test in damaged livers
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether a higher daily dose of the antiviral drug entecavir suppresses hepatitis B virus better than the standard lower dose in adults whose livers are already scarred and failing. The trial enrolls 48 people with hepatitis B and decompensated cirrhosis. P…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Bangladesh Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves zapping liver tumors: new study tracks Real-World success
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information on how well the HistoSonics Edison System, which uses sound waves (histotripsy) to destroy liver tumors, works in everyday medical practice. Up to 5,000 adults with liver tumors will be followed for up to 5 years after treatment. The main goal…
Sponsor: HistoSonics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo keep cirrhosis patients out of the hospital?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether combining human albumin and enoxaparin is safe and effective for people with decompensated cirrhosis who are well enough to leave the hospital. The trial enrolls about 90 adults with severe liver scarring and recent complications. Participants rece…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: European Foundation for Study of Chronic Liver Failure • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD8205, alone or with another drug (rilvegostomig), in people with advanced solid tumors like breast, ovarian, and lung cancers. The trial has two phases: first to find the safest dose, then to see if it shrinks tumors. About 460 adults whose c…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Surgeons try glue to seal pancreas after cancer surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether injecting a medical glue (Histoacryl®) into the pancreas during Whipple surgery can strengthen the connection between the pancreas and intestine and prevent dangerous leaks. The study involves 30 patients with soft pancreases and narrow ducts,…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for liver cancer: drug combo targets tough cases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, WGI-0301, combined with sorafenib in 60 adults with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and has not responded to prior immunotherapy. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. Participants must…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Haichang Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can chemo before surgery extend lives in pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether giving chemotherapy before surgery helps people with clearly resectable pancreatic head cancer or periampullary cancer live longer than going straight to surgery. The trial enrolls 262 participants and randomly assigns them to either mFOLFIRINOX ch…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to cure hepatitis b – early trial underway
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 84 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral therapy. The goal is to see if AHB-137 can clear the hepatitis B surface antigen and keep the virus under control, potentially leading to a functional c…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a once-daily pill help children with fatty liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental oral drug called resmetirom in children aged 6 to 17 with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and liver fibrosis. The study aims to evaluate the drug's safety, how the body processes it, and its effects on the liver. Participan…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted chemo infusion outperform pills in biliary tract cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests two chemotherapy strategies for people who have had surgery for malignant biliary tract tumors. One group receives hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy, where drugs are delivered directly to the liver through a catheter. The other group takes capecitabine pills…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Zhai Wenlong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Four-Drug cocktail outsmart bile duct cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether alternating standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy with a targeted drug called pemigatinib can help people with advanced biliary tract cancers that have FGFR2 alterations. The study includes adults with cancer that cannot be removed by surg…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a promising NAFLD drug safely mix with other medicines? a trial seeks answers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether ECC4703, a potential new treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), changes how the body processes two other drugs: sulfasalazine and pitavastatin. Healthy adults aged 18 to 65 will take these drugs alone and then with ECC4703 to meas…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eccogene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hepatitis delta: can switching drugs clear the virus?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether switching from the current drug bulevirtide to a new drug called brelovitug can better control chronic hepatitis Delta. About 120 adults who have been on bulevirtide for at least 6 months will take brelovitug for 24 weeks. The main goal is to see if the v…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation beads plus immunotherapy: a new way to attack liver cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a combination treatment for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a type of liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study gives participants Y-90 radioembolization, which delivers radiation directly to liver tumors, followed by six cycles of the che…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Francesco De Cobelli • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug BL-M07D1 targets multiple HER2 cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests a new drug called BL-M07D1 in 280 adults with advanced HER2-positive cancers, including breast, lung, and stomach cancers. The study aims to find safe doses and check for early signs of tumor shrinkage. Participants must have tried at least two prior trea…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: SystImmune Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria capsules tested against tough liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether adding oral fecal microbiota transplantation capsules can help control advanced hepatocellular carcinoma that has worsened during treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors and tyrosine kinase inhibitors. The trial enrolls 30 adults with liver can…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Xu Yong, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: experimental drug CR-001 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called CR-001 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can shrink tumors. About 290 people will take part in this early-phase trial.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Crescent Biopharma, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can talk therapy and mindfulness shrink a fatty liver?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether an intensive lifestyle program built on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness can improve liver health in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome. About 100 participants receive individually tailored coaching fro…
Sponsor: General University Hospital, Prague • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alpha radiation targets tumors in new cancer trial
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing two investigational radiopharmaceuticals in adults with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal, pancreatic, biliary tract, gastric, esophageal, and head and neck cancers. First, participants receive SKL35502, an imaging agent that highlights tumors ca…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: SK Life Science, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on liver cancer in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called ECT204 for adults with advanced liver cancer that has not responded to standard therapy. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to better recognize and attack cancer cells. The trial will enroll 60 pe…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Eureka Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets fatty liver in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental drugs, ECC4703 and ECC0509, alone or together, in 160 adults with MASH (a type of fatty liver disease). The goal is to see if they can safely reduce liver fat over 12 weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the drugs or a placebo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Eccogene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common liver drug replace steroids for immunotherapy side effects?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA), a drug already used for other liver conditions, can treat cholestatic hepatitis—a liver inflammation caused by immunotherapy—better than standard steroids. About 94 adults with cancer (excluding liver cancer) who devel…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Burning away bile duct blockages: a new weapon against cholangiocarcinoma?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether adding radiofrequency ablation to standard chemotherapy and bile duct stenting helps patients with inoperable bile duct cancer. Radiofrequency ablation uses a catheter to deliver heat that destroys tumor tissue blocking the bile duct. Researchers compare …
Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight tough bile duct cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called CTX-009 to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) plus immunotherapy (durvalumab) can safely treat advanced biliary tract cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 50 adults will receive the …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AGX101 enters human trials for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests AGX101, a drug that delivers chemotherapy directly to cancer cells by targeting a protein called TM4SF1. About 80 adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, prostate, or pancreatic cancer) who have run out of standard options will receive the dru…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Angiex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can stem cells help infants with biliary atresia avoid a liver transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether injecting umbilical cord stem cells directly into the liver during Kasai surgery can improve outcomes for infants with biliary atresia, a condition where bile ducts are blocked and the liver becomes damaged. Forty infants aged 30 to 90 days will receive e…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dr Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New strategy: removing tumors one by one after chemo for stomach and pancreatic cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a series of procedures to remove cancerous tumors, given one after another, can improve outcomes for people with stage IV foregut cancers (like stomach, pancreas, or bile duct cancer) who have no detectable cancer DNA in their blood after initial …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can these diabetes drugs stop liver failure? major trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large phase 3 study is testing whether two drugs, tirzepatide and retatrutide, can prevent major liver complications in 4,500 adults with high-risk metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Participants are randomly assigned to receive one of the drugs or a placebo for about 4 …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to halt liver scarring in 2,150 patients with fatty liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests efruxifermin, a weekly injection, in 2,150 adults with liver scarring (cirrhosis) caused by NASH/MASH, a type of fatty liver disease. Half get the drug, half get a placebo. The goal is to see if efruxifermin can prevent serious liver events like liver fai…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Akero Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to turn immune cells against cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called NPX372 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to help the body's immune cells recognize and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and fin…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: NextPoint Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new injection help tackle obesity? a trial puts MWN105 to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an investigational drug called MWN105, given as a weekly injection for 8 weeks, in Chinese adults who are overweight or obese but do not have diabetes. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and tolerable, and how it moves through the body. Partici…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Minwei Biotechnology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Three-Pronged attack shrink untreatable liver tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether combining anlotinib, benmelstobart, and hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy (HAIC) can shrink tumors in people with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common type of liver cancer. The study enrolls adults aged 18 to 75 with confir…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with missing gene
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called TNG462 for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic deletion (MTAP). The drug is taken by mouth and aims to slow or stop tumor growth. The trial has two parts: first, finding the safest dose, and then testing that…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Tango Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radioactive drug targets FAP-Positive tumors in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive drug, LY4337713, in people with advanced cancers that have high levels of a protein called FAP. The cancers include certain types of ovarian, breast, pancreatic, colorectal, esophageal, stomach, and bile duct cancers. The study aims …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New surgery aims to cut pancreatic leak and diabetes risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a surgery called total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT) in 30 adults with certain pancreatic tumors who are at high risk for a dangerous leak after standard surgery. The procedure removes the entire pancreas and transplants the insulin-making…
Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail therapy aims to shrink advanced liver tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment plan for people with advanced liver cancer that has spread to blood vessels or a few other spots. The plan combines chemotherapy directly into the liver, two immunotherapy drugs, a targeted therapy, and precise radiation. The goal is to see if thi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug shows promise for dangerous low sodium condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the diabetes drug empagliflozin (Jardiance) can safely raise low sodium levels in people with certain conditions like SIADH, liver failure, or kidney failure. About 172 adults with chronic low sodium will receive either the drug or a placebo for up to 30 …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug also heal fatty liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether tirzepatide, a drug already used for type 2 diabetes and obesity, can improve markers of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) in people with obesity. Eight participants will take tirzepatide for 12 months and undergo bloo…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of New Mexico • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a short course of hepatitis c drugs before kidney transplant prevent infection?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the best time to give hepatitis C medication to people without HCV who receive a kidney from an HCV-positive donor. One group starts the drug just before transplant and takes it for only 2 weeks; the other starts after transplant and takes it for 12 weeks. The…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to cure hepatitis b in over half of patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a new combination of an anti-PD-1 antibody (a type of immunotherapy) plus standard antiviral drugs in 120 adults with chronic hepatitis B. The goal is to achieve a functional cure, where the virus is no longer active and patients can stop medication. The …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug AVZO-1418 enters human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AVZO-1418 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it shrinks tumors. About 480 adults will take part, receiving the drug alone or with other treatments.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Avenzo Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to cure hepatitis b in over half of patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of an anti-PD-1 antibody, interferon, and standard antiviral drugs in 120 adults with chronic hepatitis B. The goal is to boost the immune system to clear the virus and achieve a functional cure, where the virus stays under control without l…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Single shot aims to stop liver cancer recurrence
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a single injection of IP-001, given right after standard liver cancer ablation or surgery plus ablation, can help keep the cancer from coming back. About 126 adults with intermediate to high risk of recurrence will be followed for at least two yea…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Robert C. Martin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could reverse liver scarring in MASH patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, pegozafermin, in 1,350 adults with MASH (a type of fatty liver disease) and moderate liver scarring (stage F2 or F3). The goal is to see if the drug can improve scarring or resolve liver inflammation without making the disease worse over 52 weeks. Par…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: 89bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two drugs, sapanisertib and cabozantinib, together in people with advanced liver cancer that has a specific genetic change (β-catenin mutation). The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can slow or stop tumor growth. About 92 participants wi…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug MK-4884 tested for safety in advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called MK-4884 in about 120 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (colorectal, kidney, lung, or bile duct cancer). The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will monitor side effects and how …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Three-Pronged attack shrink liver tumors before surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining an immunotherapy drug (iparomlimab/tuvonralimab), targeted radiation, and the drug lenvatinib can improve outcomes for people with intermediate-stage liver cancer that may be removable by surgery. Participants receive the combination bef…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for liver cancer: Triple-Drug trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large Phase 3 trial is testing whether a new drug called rilvegostomig, combined with bevacizumab and with or without tremelimumab, can help people with advanced liver cancer live longer. About 1,220 participants who cannot have surgery or other local treatments will be rand…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets HER2 cancers in promising trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called BAY 2927088 (sevabertinib) in about 111 adults with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene mutations. The drug aims to block the abnormal HER2 protein and stop cancer growth. Participants take a 20 mg tablet daily in 3-week cycles u…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to reverse liver damage in MASH cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study tests an experimental drug called pegozafermin in 762 adults with liver scarring (cirrhosis) caused by MASH, a fatty liver disease. Participants receive weekly injections of the drug or a placebo for about two years. The goal is to see if the drug can improve l…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: 89bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink liver tumors before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving two drugs (ateganosine and cadonilimab) before surgery can safely shrink liver tumors in people with resectable hepatocellular carcinoma. About 60 participants will receive either one or both drugs before their operation. The main goal is to see if…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for liver metastases: immune booster combined with targeted chemo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding an immune-boosting drug (PDS01ADC) to standard chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver can help people with colorectal, bile duct, or adrenal cancer that has spread to the liver. About 70 adults will receive the drug combination along with a s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising drug targets rare childhood cancers in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called lurbinectedin in people aged 10 and older whose solid tumors (like Ewing sarcoma) have returned after standard treatment. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors or delay their growth. Participants must have a specific genetic c…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can electric pulses boost immunotherapy against tough liver tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether adding a procedure called irreversible electroporation (IRE) to standard targeted immunotherapy can help people with unresectable liver cancer that has spread into the portal vein. About 60 adults who have already received three cycles of immunotherapy wi…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can radiotherapy and poop pills outsmart liver cancer resistance?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether adding personalized radiotherapy (PULSAR) and fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) to standard targeted-immunotherapy can reverse resistance in advanced liver cancer. About 64 patients whose cancer stopped responding to first-line treatment will be …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Wang Xin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smaller stent tame brain fog after liver shunt surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a refined procedure for people who develop severe, recurring hepatic encephalopathy after a TIPS procedure, a shunt placed to relieve pressure in the liver. The technique uses a coil and a smaller covered stent to narrow the shunt and reduce blood flow, aiming to…
Sponsor: Air Force Military Medical University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets rare bile duct cancer gene
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining two drugs (pemigatinib and durvalumab) can shrink or control advanced bile duct cancer that has a specific FGFR2 gene change. About 38 adults whose cancer has not responded to prior treatment will receive daily pills and an IV infusion every 3 w…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mehmet Akce • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug hopes to tackle MASH cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called BI 3802876 in adults with compensated cirrhosis caused by MASH (a type of fatty liver disease). The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body handles it. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo as an infusion, and ar…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental antibody targets childhood cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a drug called codrituzumab in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) whose solid tumors have come back or not responded to treatment and carry a specific protein called GPC3. The main goal is to find a safe dose and see how the body handles the drug…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted drug shows promise for rare bile duct cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial is testing two doses (20 mg and 16 mg) of the oral drug futibatinib in 120 people with advanced bile duct cancer that has specific FGFR2 gene changes. Participants must have already tried standard chemotherapy. The study aims to see which dose works better at s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Taiho Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to reverse liver scarring in fatty liver patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called AZD2389 in about 104 adults with fatty liver disease and advanced liver scarring (fibrosis). The drug is a pill that blocks a protein linked to scarring. Researchers will check if it safely lowers markers of liver damage over 24 weeks …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation vs. scalpel: landmark trial seeks best treatment for small liver tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares two treatments for small liver cancer (tumors 5 cm or smaller): surgery to remove the tumor or a precise, high-dose radiation therapy called SBRT. About 312 adults with a single liver tumor will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The st…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cancer drug slow bile duct tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called tivozanib in people with bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and has already been treated with chemotherapy. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow the cancer. Participants take tivozanib by …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug boost the power of existing liver cancer therapy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called valemetostat to a standard two-drug therapy can help people with advanced liver cancer. The standard therapy combines atezolizumab and bevacizumab, which are already approved for this condition. The study includes adults…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single gene therapy injection reverse fatty liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental gene therapy called VV-14303 for people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver condition linked to obesity and diabetes. The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a protein (FGF21) that may improve liver h…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Kriya Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug combo and radiation shrink biliary tract tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of liposomal irinotecan, fluorouracil, leucovorin, and sintilimab, followed by radiation therapy, as a first-line treatment for people with locally advanced biliary tract cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. About 31 participants will…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Patient's own immune cells keep liver cancer at bay?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving patients their own activated T lymphocytes (ATL) after curative treatment for liver cancer can reduce the chance of the cancer coming back. The study enrolls adults with stage I, II, or IIIa hepatocellular carcinoma who have had or will have curati…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Lukas Biomedical Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Triple-Drug attack on liver cancer enters early human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new experimental drug (BRII-5395) combined with two approved cancer treatments (sintilimab and bevacizumab) in about 21 adults with advanced liver cancer linked to chronic hepatitis B. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose, while …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for PBC patients: drug aims to slow liver damage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests elafibranor, a daily pill, against a placebo in 276 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) and cirrhosis. The goal is to see if elafibranor can prevent disease worsening, such as liver failure or death, over up to 3.5 years. Researchers will also m…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug elafibranor tested in everyday use for rare liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows about 424 people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) who are taking elafibranor as part of their normal care. Researchers will track how well the drug controls liver damage and symptoms like itching over 5 years. The goal is to see if elafibranor works safel…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a weekly shot reverse liver damage from fatty liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether pemvidutide, an injected drug, can improve liver health in people with MASH, a condition where fat builds up in the liver and causes inflammation and scarring. The study enrolls about 1,800 adults with moderate liver scarring who do not have cirrh…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Altimmune, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called LBL-024 combined with standard chemotherapy (cisplatin, gemcitabine) and bevacizumab in 140 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and control the disease. Participants must be 18–75,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Nanjing Leads Biolabs Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a newer hepatitis b drug protect babies while being gentler on their bones?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two antiviral drugs, tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), in pregnant women with high hepatitis B virus levels. The goal is to see if TAF can prevent passing the virus to the baby as effectively as TDF, but with fewer side effec…
Sponsor: Xingfei Pan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks Odevixibat's Long-Term impact on rare liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry will follow 10 people with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) in South Korea who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay). The goal is to see how safe and effective the drug is over the long term in real-world use. Researchers will track side effects and how…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric pulses may fight bile duct cancer without heat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a technique called irreversible electroporation (IRE) can help people with a type of bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. IRE uses high-voltage electric pulses to create tiny holes in tumor cell membranes, causing the cells to die without t…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks Real-World use of PFIC drug odevixibat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry will follow 20 people in China with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay) as part of their normal care. The goal is to see how safe the drug is over the long term and how well it controls symptoms like severe itching…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to tame hepatitis b without daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 70 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral pills. The drug is given as a shot under the skin. The goal is to see if it can lower the virus to undetectable levels and allow some people to stop the…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo shrinks untouchable liver tumors, opens door to surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a powerful mix of liver-directed chemotherapy, a targeted drug (lenvatinib), and an immunotherapy (cadonilimab) can shrink liver cancers that were too large or widespread to remove. The goal is to convert these inoperable tumors into ones that can…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug AIR-001 enters first human tests for rare lung condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called AIR-001 in 54 adults with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) who have a specific genetic type (PiZZ). The study aims to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Participants receive increasing doses of AIR-001 under the s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AIRNA Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Pre-Surgery drug combo boost bile duct cancer survival?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is investigating whether giving a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery, and continuing immunotherapy after, can improve outcomes for people with a rare and aggressive type of bile duct cancer. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive ei…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blue dye tame hepatitis b?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether methylene blue, a compound with antiviral properties in lab tests, can reduce hepatitis B virus levels in people with chronic infection. Participants take methylene blue capsules for up to 6 months, with the dose possibly increasing if the initial d…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fondazione Epatocentro Ticino • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a One-Time radiation bead treatment extend life in advanced liver cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing a procedure called ablative radioembolization, which delivers tiny radioactive beads (Yttrium-90) directly to liver tumors. It is for adults with hepatocellular carcinoma that has spread into the portal vein but is still confined to one lobe of the liver. Th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own tumor proteins, given alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and helps the immune system attack advanced solid tumors. About 132 people with various advanc…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can radiation beads shrink untreatable liver tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a targeted radiation therapy for people with large, localized liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. Tiny glass beads carrying Yttrium-90 are injected into the liver's blood vessels to deliver a high dose of radiation directly to tumors. Researchers will…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blood pressure pill rescue failing kidneys in cirrhosis?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether droxidopa, an oral medication that raises blood pressure, can improve kidney function in people hospitalized with cirrhosis and acute kidney injury. The study will compare droxidopa to a placebo in 75 participants, measuring changes in blood pressure and …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Giuseppe Cullaro, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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First-in-Class cancer drug targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called VMD-102 in people with advanced solid tumors, including liver, lung, kidney, skin (uveal melanoma), and colorectal cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a specific protein (PKC epsilon)…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: VM Discovery, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cutting scans, keeping safety: a new streamlined approach to liver cancer treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a streamlined version of radioembolization, a treatment that delivers tiny radioactive beads directly to liver tumors. The standard procedure requires extra imaging beforehand to check for radiation leakage to the lungs, which can delay treatment. For patients wi…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-Day fix for big liver tumors? new study tests Same-Day radiation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether people with large liver cancer (over 5 cm) can get their entire radioembolization treatment in a single day. Normally, planning scans and treatment are done on separate days. The procedure involves injecting tiny radioactive beads into the liver's blood s…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Streamlined liver cancer treatment tested in new study
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a faster version of radioembolization for people with small liver cancers (5 cm or less). Normally, doctors do a pre-treatment scan to check for lung risks, but this trial skips that step for carefully selected patients. The goal is to see if the simplified appro…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could family clinics cure hepatitis c as well as specialists?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether treating hepatitis C in primary care clinics, with non-specialist doctors, works as well as the standard specialist care in Brazil. It also evaluates the use of rapid tests and self-testing to find more people with the infection. The goal is to see if a s…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Oswaldo Cruz Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Psoriasis drug may be safe for patients with fatty liver
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how long adults with plaque psoriasis and a common liver condition called MASLD (fatty liver disease) continue taking the drug secukinumab. Researchers will review medical records from several Spanish hospitals to track treatment duration and changes in liver …
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to reverse liver damage in rare triple condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called foscenvivint in people with liver cirrhosis caused by HIV and hepatitis C co-infection who also have hemophilia. Participants receive the drug once a week for 24 weeks. Researchers will check if the drug improves liver function and is safe to use.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Kiminori Kimura, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stop liver cancer from coming back after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 study tests whether giving two drugs (tislelizumab and lenvatinib) before surgery can help prevent liver cancer from returning in patients at high risk of recurrence. About 198 adults with early-stage liver cancer will be enrolled. The main goal is to see if this app…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vitamin d cocktail fix deficiency in kids with liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding calcitriol to vitamin D2 helps children with cholestatic liver disease correct their vitamin D deficiency faster than vitamin D2 alone. Cholestasis makes it hard for the body to absorb vitamin D. The trial will enroll 54 children and track vitamin …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Chulalongkorn University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Weight-Loss surgery beat drugs for advanced liver damage?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two approaches for treating advanced metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver condition linked to obesity. About 120 adults with MASH and liver fibrosis will be randomly assigned to either metabolic surgery (gastric bypass or sl…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a daily dose of citrus fiber tame fatty liver inflammation?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a daily supplement of pectin — a fiber found in citrus peels — can reduce inflammation and improve gut bacteria in adults with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), a common form of fatty liver. For six weeks, participants take…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bringing the hospital home: a new model for End-Stage liver care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study explores whether people with decompensated cirrhosis can receive acute medical care in their own homes instead of a hospital. Participants use remote monitoring devices, lab services, and virtual check-ins from a care team. The goal is to understand patient expectation…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could MRI replace CT for sharper cancer radiation planning?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) instead of standard CT scans to plan radiation therapy can improve treatment accuracy and reduce side effects. It enrolls adults with prostate, liver, or head and neck cancers who need radiation. Researchers w…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a poop pill protect the liver? trial tests fecal transplants against cirrhosis complications
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) — capsules containing processed stool from healthy donors — can slow the progression of decompensated cirrhosis, a severe form of liver disease. About 190 adults with advanced cirrhosis will receive either FM…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Consorcio Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red (CIBER) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outperform standard immunotherapy in bile duct cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two experimental drugs (futibatinib and zimberelimab) plus standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced biliary tract cancer live longer compared to current standard immunotherapy combinations. The study enrolls about 784 a…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New triple-drug attack targets hard-to-treat liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, Irpagratinib, added to two standard drugs (Atezolizumab and Bevacizumab) for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and shrinks tumors. About 33 adults with a specific genetic…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise may fight fatty liver by targeting hidden muscle fat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether different intensities of physical exercise can reduce fat stored in muscles (myosteatosis) and improve liver health in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Researchers will compare high-intensity interval tr…
Sponsor: Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutritional plan boost survival after liver procedure?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether a 12-week nutritional intervention, including a personalized diet and a supplement called Friliver, can improve six-month survival in people with liver cirrhosis who have muscle loss (sarcopenia) and fluid buildup (refractory ascites). Participants…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: The Mediterranean Institute for Transplantation and Advanced Specialized Therapies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Warm liver transplants: could ditching the ice bath reduce organ damage?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new approach for liver transplantation: after keeping the donor liver warm on a machine, doctors skip the usual cold flush before implanting it. Instead, they use a room-temperature albumin rinse. The goal is to see if avoiding sudden temperature changes reduce…
Sponsor: The Mediterranean Institute for Transplantation and Advanced Specialized Therapies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which stent is best for unblocking bile ducts in cancer patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at two types of metal stents (partially covered vs. bare) used to open blocked bile ducts in people with incurable cancer. The goal is to see which stent keeps the duct open longer and causes fewer problems. Sixty adults who already have a drainage tube will be r…
Sponsor: Chung-Ang University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Less fluid, fewer complications? trial tests new strategy in liver transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two ways of managing fluids during liver transplant surgery in adults with end-stage liver disease. One strategy limits fluids and uses medications to maintain blood pressure, while the other gives more fluids to optimize heart function. The goal is to see whi…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemo-loaded microspheres aim to starve liver tumors from within
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a treatment for people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Tiny beads called BioPearl microspheres are loaded with the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin and injected into the blood vessels feeding the tumor. The beads block blood flow and release the…
Sponsor: Terumo Europe N.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bee product could tame fatty liver and blood fats
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Taiwan green propolis, a natural bee product, can improve blood lipids and body fat in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), a common fatty liver condition linked to obesity and high cholesterol. About 60 participan…
Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug cocktail aims to stop liver cancer recurrence after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining two drugs, atezolizumab and bevacizumab, given before and after surgery can help prevent liver cancer from coming back. It enrolls adults with a type of liver cancer that can be surgically removed but has a high risk of recurrence. Participants …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundacion Clinic per a la Recerca Biomédica • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can smarter antibiotic choices curb superbugs in liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using infection surveillance data to guide antibiotic selection can reduce antibiotic resistance in hospitalized cirrhosis patients with bacterial infections. About 198 adults with decompensated cirrhosis and a confirmed or suspected infection will be ran…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Eva Bonfill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at childhood liver cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates a new cell therapy called ET140203 T cells for children and young adults (ages 1–21) with certain liver cancers—hepatoblastoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, or related tumors—that have come back or not responded to standard treatment. Participants must have h…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Eureka Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo takes on advanced liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to treat advanced liver cancer that has spread. It combines an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) with a blood vessel blocker (bevacizumab) and standard chemotherapy, all given directly into the liver's main artery or through a vein. The goal is to see if…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping spreading tumors could extend life on current cancer drugs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a targeted, tumor-destroying treatment (like focused radiation or heat ablation) can help people with certain gastrointestinal cancers—such as colorectal, small bowel, or pancreatic cancer—continue their current systemic therapy longer when only a …
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a short course of antiviral drugs stop hepatitis b passing from mother to child?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving the antiviral drug tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) to pregnant women with active hepatitis B can prevent the virus from spreading to their babies. The women take TDF from the 28th week of pregnancy until six weeks after giving birth, and all ne…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lifestyle overhaul tested as fatty liver fix
Disease control Recruiting nowThe UNMASK study is testing whether a 16-week program of Mediterranean diet and regular exercise can reduce liver fat and scarring in people with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers will enroll 450 adults and track changes in liver health using scans and blood test…
Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la gestión de la Investigación en Sevilla • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at two cancer targets in hard-to-treat bile duct cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new therapy called EB-HC01, which uses specially engineered natural killer (NK) immune cells to attack cancer cells that have two specific markers (HER2 and CEACAM5). The trial enrolls adults with advanced bile duct or gallbladder cancers that have worsened aft…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New vaccine aims to tame chronic hepatitis b without daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a therapeutic vaccine called TherVacB in 81 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral medication. The vaccine is given as a series of shots to boost the immune system and lower hepatitis B virus levels. The main goals are to check safety and se…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Michael Hoelscher • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Precision radiation takes on liver cancer: could SABR beat standard care?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a precise radiation technique called SABR against standard treatments (like heat probes or chemo injections) for early-stage liver cancer. About 218 adults with a single tumor up to 8 cm will be randomly assigned to SABR or standard care. The main goal is to s…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New cocktail aims to shrink untouchable liver tumors into surgical candidates
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of three drugs—chemotherapy infused directly into the liver, a targeted pill, and an immunotherapy—in 38 people with advanced liver cancer that has spread into the main portal vein. The goal is to shrink the tumor enough so that surgeons can remove …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: First Hospital of China Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New combo therapy for bile duct cancer enters safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding a procedure called radiofrequency ablation (bRFA) to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy is safe for people with bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 36 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Heat therapy before stenting may extend bile duct patency in cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using heat (radiofrequency ablation) to destroy cancer tissue inside the bile duct before placing a metal stent can keep the duct open longer than placing a stent alone. It involves 122 adults with inoperable bile duct cancer. The main goal is to see how …
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New hope for liver cancer patients: drug combo trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the experimental drug fostrox to the standard drug lenvatinib helps shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people with advanced liver cancer. About 80 adults whose cancer worsened after initial immunotherapy will be randomly assigned to receive eit…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: CHA University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Personalized cancer care: new trial aims to improve outcomes in biliary cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether giving a targeted therapy after initial standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced biliary cancer live longer without their disease getting worse. Participants must have a tumor with a specific genetic change and stable disease after…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug HU6 targets fatty liver disease in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called HU6 for people with MASH, a serious fatty liver disease. About 180 adults aged 30 and older will receive either HU6 or a placebo to see if the drug safely reduces liver fat. The trial lasts 26 weeks and focuses on safety and how well the drug wo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Rivus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New push to bring hepatitis c treatment to drug clinics
Disease control Recruiting nowThis project aims to make hepatitis C testing and treatment easier for people who visit drug treatment clinics and needle exchange programs. Researchers will work with clinics across New South Wales, Australia, to help more people start treatment. The study includes up to 6,000 a…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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App aims to boost hepatitis b treatment adherence in vietnam
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a mobile app called HBVCare can help people with chronic hepatitis B take their medication regularly and attend follow-up visits. About 70 adults in Vietnam will either use the app or receive standard care. After 3 months, researchers will compare how wel…
Sponsor: Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Vietnam • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop liver cancer in its tracks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a precise, high-dose radiation treatment (SBRT) after a standard procedure (TACE) can better control liver cancer in people whose tumors cannot be surgically removed. About 30 adults with early- or intermediate-stage liver cancer will receive the c…
Sponsor: RWTH Aachen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Smartwatch and app could keep liver patients out of hospital
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a home monitoring system called CirrhoCare can help people with decompensated cirrhosis avoid unplanned hospital visits. Participants use an Apple Watch, iPhone app, and Bluetooth devices to track their health at home. The trial will compare this approach…
Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Coffee break for cancer survivors: could your morning cup fight liver fat?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether drinking instant coffee every day for 6 weeks can reduce liver fat and improve gut health in people who have finished treatment for stage I-III colorectal cancer. About 80 adults who completed surgery, chemo, or radiation at least 2 months ago will par…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink liver tumors in Hard-to-Treat patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a two-step treatment for people with advanced liver cancer that has spread into the main liver blood vessel (portal vein). First, patients receive targeted radiation (SIRT) to shrink the tumor from inside the liver. Then, they get two immunotherapy drugs (durvalu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Center Eugene Marquis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Protein timing and exercise: a new hope for liver transplant patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether eating protein evenly throughout the day, combined with a regular exercise program, can improve nutrition, muscle mass, and strength in people with end-stage liver disease awaiting a transplant. 90 participants will be split into three groups: one with…
Sponsor: Kalliopi Anna Poulia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New shunt procedure could extend life for liver patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares early placement of a TIPS (a small tube that reroutes blood flow in the liver) against standard treatments like diuretics and fluid drainage in 134 patients with liver cirrhosis and ascites (fluid buildup). The goal is to see if TIPS improves survival and redu…
Sponsor: University Hospital Freiburg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug combo could tame autoimmune hepatitis and cut steroid use
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding belimumab to standard therapy can better control autoimmune hepatitis, a chronic liver disease. About 48 adults with active or stable disease will receive weekly injections for 72 weeks. The goal is to reduce liver inflammation and lower the need f…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study aims to find best first immunotherapy for advanced liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is observing 150 adults with advanced liver cancer who are starting immunotherapy for the first time. Researchers will track how well different drug combinations shrink tumors and how the immune system changes. The goal is to learn which treatments work best and why, w…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can Weight-Loss surgery reverse severe fatty liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if weight-loss surgery is better than standard medical treatment for making nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) with advanced liver scarring disappear without making the scarring worse. It involves 100 obese adults with NASH and significant liver fibrosis. Partic…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat liver and stomach cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a two-step treatment for people with advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) or metastatic stomach cancer that has worsened despite prior immunotherapy. First, doctors deliver a drug called tirapazamine directly into the liver tumor through a procedure c…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Teclison Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New hope for rare cancers: immunotherapy drug targets tumors regardless of origin
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the drug nivolumab in people with advanced rare cancers that have a specific marker (PD-L1). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control the tumors when other treatments have stopped working. Up to 28 adults will receive treatment for up to 12 months, an…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Instituto do Cancer do Estado de São Paulo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Experimental drug cocktail aims to outsmart childhood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a four-drug combination—vorinostat plus three chemotherapy drugs—in children, teens, and young adults up to age 30 whose solid tumors or brain cancers have returned or not responded to standard treatment. The main goal is to find the safest dose of vo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: New York Medical College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Fasting two days a week could shrink fatty liver, new study hopes to prove
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 5:2 intermittent fasting diet (eating only about 600 calories on two non-consecutive days each week) can reduce liver fat in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). 120 adults with obesity and significant liver fat …
Sponsor: Universität des Saarlandes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Liver cancer showdown: which radiation works best?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of radiation therapy for people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma). One method delivers radiation directly to the tumor through a small tube in an artery, while the other uses a precise external beam. The goal is to see which approach bette…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New scout dose method could make liver cancer radiation safer for lungs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new method to check if a liver cancer treatment called radioembolization is safe for the lungs. Currently, doctors use a test particle (MAA) to estimate lung radiation risk, but it may not be perfectly accurate. The new method uses a small 'scout dose' of the a…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New dynamic duo targets Hard-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two new drugs: one to help spot liver cancer cells (RYZ811) and another to deliver treatment directly to them (RYZ801). It is for people with a type of liver cancer called GPC3-positive hepatocellular carcinoma that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to se…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: RayzeBio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New CAR-T therapy aims to outsmart Hard-to-Treat solid cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new approach to CAR-T cell therapy for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, engineered to recognize two cancer-specific targets chosen based on each per…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could a blood thinner and heart pill prevent deadly liver complications?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the blood thinner apixaban to the heart drug carvedilol can prevent complications like bleeding, fluid buildup, and confusion in people with cirrhosis and high blood pressure in the liver. About 220 adults with stable cirrhosis will take either api…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Asian Institute Of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Online prehab program aims to boost strength in liver transplant patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week online program of exercise, nutrition advice, and behavioral support can improve physical function in adults with cirrhosis who are waiting for a liver transplant. About 177 participants from six Canadian transplant centers will be randomly assi…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New hope for advanced bile duct cancer: liver transplant after targeted radiation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a liver transplant after a combination of targeted internal radiation (SIRT with Yttrium-90) and chemotherapy can improve 3-year survival in people with locally advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (a type of bile duct cancer) that cannot be surgicall…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Liver transplant offers new hope for incurable bile duct cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a liver transplant can help people with a type of bile duct cancer (perihilar cholangiocarcinoma) that cannot be surgically removed. About 50 participants will receive standard chemotherapy followed by a liver transplant. Researchers will track how lon…
Sponsor: Azienda Sanitaria Ospedaliera • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat cancers: triple-drug combo targets HER2-positive tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of three drugs (trastuzumab, serplulimab, and chemotherapy) in 20 adults with advanced bile duct or bladder cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this approach can shrink tumors and improve survival. Part…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Xiujuan Qu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment for adults with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-NK cells) from a healthy donor, designed to target two proteins found on liver cancer cells. Participa…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New surgical technique aims to prevent stomach issues after spleen removal
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new surgical method that uses the vagus nerve to guide spleen removal and vein disconnection in people with cirrhosis and portal hypertension. The goal is to see if this nerve-guided approach reduces common post-surgery problems like diarrhea and delayed stomac…
Sponsor: Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Exercise and diet combo takes on fatty liver inflammation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding aerobic or high-intensity interval exercise to a low-glycemic Mediterranean diet can lower inflammation better than diet alone. Researchers will enroll 90 adults aged 18-65 with obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Participants will be…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can a supplement help livers damaged by hepatitis c?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily nutritional supplement containing resveratrol, quercetin, taurine, inulin, and whey protein can improve liver function and quality of life in adults with liver disease from chronic hepatitis C. Over 12 weeks, 26 participants will take either the s…
Sponsor: University of Guadalajara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost immune attack on liver tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding proton radiotherapy to standard immunotherapy (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) can better control advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 45 participants will receive the combination treatment. The study will measu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New Ultrasound-Guided scope may slash deadly bleeding risk in liver cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a newer, ultrasound-guided endoscopic technique to prevent repeat bleeding from enlarged veins in the stomach or esophagus of liver cancer patients. About 84 adults who recently had such bleeding controlled by standard endoscopy will be randomly assigned to recei…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New drug shows promise in shrinking fatty liver
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily injection of tesamorelin can safely reduce liver fat in adults with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). About 120 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 52 weeks, along with lifestyle advice. The main goal is to measure chan…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hudson Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink hard-to-treat liver tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new first-line treatment for people with advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a type of bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment combines chemotherapy directly into the liver artery (HAIC) with two drugs: durvalumab (an immunothera…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New radiation technique may help more liver cancer patients get transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a high-precision radiation treatment called SBRT for people with liver cancer who are waiting for a liver transplant but cannot have standard bridging treatments like radiofrequency ablation or chemoembolization. The goal is to see if SBRT can keep the cancer und…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New blood test could cut unnecessary transfusions in liver patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a new method using ROTEM (a rapid blood clotting test) to standard care for deciding whether to give blood products before high-risk procedures in patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis. The goal is to see if the ROTEM-guided approach reduces the number o…
Sponsor: Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Could a poop pill keep cirrhosis patients out of the hospital?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking capsules of processed donor stool (fecal transplant) can help people with liver cirrhosis avoid serious infections and hospital stays. About 300 adults with alcohol-related or fatty liver cirrhosis will receive either the transplant or a placebo an…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Sound waves zap liver tumors in groundbreaking asian trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests histotripsy, a non-invasive treatment that uses focused ultrasound to destroy liver tumors without needles or surgery. It involves 40 adults with liver cancer who cannot have surgery or other standard treatments. The goal is to see if it is safe and effective at …
Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New drug combo aims to make inoperable bile duct cancer removable
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab to standard chemotherapy can shrink advanced bile duct tumors enough for surgery. About 20 adults with locally advanced, inoperable bile duct cancer will receive the combination treatment. The main goal is to see h…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Immune cell therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called EBNK-001, made from donor immune cells (natural killer cells), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapies. Participants receive the cells after chemotherapy to prepare the body, along with low-dose in…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Essen Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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AI-Enhanced ultrasound aims to catch liver cancer earlier
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether advanced ultrasound techniques combined with machine learning can improve the detection and characterization of liver cancer compared to standard ultrasound. The study enrolls 200 adults who have a focal liver lesion visible on ultrasound or are in…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound may replace invasive test for dangerous liver complication
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a new ultrasound technique called Sound Touch Viscoelastography (STVi) to see if it can predict portal hypertension in people with cirrhosis without needing an invasive procedure. The study compares STVi measurements of the liver with the standard invasive…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A blood test could map how the liver heals after alcohol damage
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are studying whether a blood test called HepQuant DuO can measure liver function over time in people with alcohol-related liver disease. Participants drink a natural compound called cholate, then give two blood samples at 20 and 60 minutes. The study follows about 40 …
Sponsor: HepQuant, LLC • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Needle-Free scans could spot silent liver damage
Diagnosis Recruiting nowNonalcoholic fatty liver disease affects many people with obesity or type 2 diabetes, and its more serious form, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. Doctors currently rely on liver biopsy to judge how severe the disease is, but that test is inva…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New automated MRI aims to sharpen liver scans
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new automated MRI method to see if it can take clearer pictures of the liver. It will include up to 200 adults (and some children age 7+) who are healthy, have known or suspected liver disease, or have iron overload. Participants will have one MRI scan, an…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a booklet and free tests get more people screened for two silent killers?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers test whether giving people education materials and free access to screening helps them get checked for colorectal cancer and hepatitis C. The trial enrolls adults ages 45 to 75 who receive care at community health centers and are not up to date on these screenings. Pa…
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a digital platform catch liver cancer sooner?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are studying whether a digital management platform can help diagnose liver cancer at an earlier stage in people with chronic liver disease. The study enrolls adults aged 18 to 75 with conditions such as chronic hepatitis B. The platform tracks patients and guides stan…
Sponsor: Cai Qingxian • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A needle through the gut could replace the standard liver pressure test
Diagnosis Recruiting nowDoctors measure pressure inside the liver's blood vessels to judge how serious portal hypertension is in people with cirrhosis. The standard method, called HVPG, threads a catheter through the veins and is invasive. This study tests whether an endoscopic ultrasound with a fine ne…
Sponsor: Fundacio Privada Mon Clinic Barcelona • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breath of life: new test could sniff out gut cancers before they spread
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a simple breath test to help detect gastrointestinal cancers—including cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, and bowel—at an earlier stage. The test measures tiny molecules in exhaled breath that may be linked to these cancers. Participants pro…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging agent could sharpen liver cancer detection
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-GPC3 that targets a protein found on liver cancer cells. About 40 adults with suspected or confirmed hepatocellular carcinoma will receive both this new tracer and a standard tracer (18F-FDG) for PET/CT scans. Researchers will…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New ultrasound criteria could replace CT scans for liver cancer Follow-Up
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to use contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) to see if liver cancer treatment (ablation) worked. Researchers will compare the new CEUS criteria with standard CT or MRI scans in 200 adults. If accurate, this could make follow-up safer and easier by avoidin…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A sharper eye for cancer: new PET tracer targets hidden tumors
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether a radioactive tracer called 68Ga/18F-PSMA/PSFA can improve PET/CT scans for finding tumors in people with PSMA-related cancers, including prostate and liver cancer. The study will enroll 500 adults with suspected, newly diagnosed, or previously tre…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New disposable scope aims to improve bile duct stone removal and diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, single-use scope called the Dragonfly™ Digital Pancreaticobiliary System. It is designed to help doctors see inside the bile and pancreatic ducts during an endoscopy. The study will enroll up to 75 adults with bile duct stones or narrowings (stricture…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could sharpen detection of liver cancer
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special PET/CT scan using a radioactive tracer called PSMA to get clearer images of liver cancer (HCC). Researchers want to see if this dynamic whole-body scan can better detect new or returning tumors compared to standard methods. Forty adults with liver cance…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer spot liver cancer more clearly?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-X12 for PET/CT imaging in people with suspected or confirmed hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common type of liver cancer. The goal is to see if this tracer can accurately detect and stage tumors, and help spot recurrences af…
Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test could spot 10 cancers before symptoms start
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new blood test can screen for many types of cancer at once. Researchers will enroll 24,000 adults aged 45-75 who do not have cancer. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two blood test groups or a control group. The goal is to see how w…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a routine blood clot test predict Cancer's next move?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a common blood test that measures how well blood clots (called TEG) can also act as a biomarker for cancer. Researchers will compare TEG results from patients with several types of cancer (liver, pancreas, bile duct, esophagus, colorectal, and lung) ag…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple body scan may spot fatty liver disease without needles
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a non-invasive tool, called bioimpedance vector analysis, can predict fatty liver disease (MASLD) in healthy volunteers. Researchers will use machine learning to analyze body composition data from about 2000 adults aged 18 to 80. The goal is to creat…
Sponsor: Richmond Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer light up hidden cancers?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a new radioactive tracer, called 68Ga-SorB, can help doctors see certain solid tumors on PET/CT scans. The tracer targets sortilin, a protein that is often found on cancer cells. About 50 adults with melanoma, liver, lung, breast, pancreatic, or ovar…
Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new imaging agent could tell doctors which liver cancers will resist immunotherapy
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a special PET/CT scan using 18F-fluorocholine, along with a liquid biopsy, can predict how well patients with inoperable liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) will respond to immunotherapy. The study enrolls adults with this type of liver cancer wh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Queen's Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new test could reveal how radiation affects the liver
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis pilot study explores whether a combination of advanced MRI scans and a blood test called HepQuant DuO can measure liver function in people receiving radiation therapy for liver cancer. The study will enroll about 40 adults with liver cancer or liver metastases. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter scan make liver testing more reliable?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is testing a new method for measuring liver stiffness using the FibroScan device, a non-invasive tool that helps assess liver health. About 153 adults with liver disease or suspected liver disease will take part across two French sites. The goal is to see if the new me…
Sponsor: Echosens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test may sharpen diagnosis of autoimmune liver disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study evaluates whether a blood test measuring polyreactive immunoglobulin G (pIgG) can more accurately diagnose autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) and distinguish it from other liver conditions. Researchers will collect blood samples from 400 adults undergoing liver biopsy for susp…
Sponsor: Hannover Medical School • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test aims to catch liver cancer before It's too late
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test designed to detect liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) early in people who are at high risk because they have cirrhosis. The test looks for specific DNA markers and proteins in the blood that may signal the presence of cancer. Researcher…
Sponsor: Helio Genomics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test aims to spot multiple cancers early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study collects blood samples from healthy people, those with benign diseases, and cancer patients to develop a multi-analyte blood test. The test looks for DNA methylation markers that may indicate the presence of various cancers, especially liver cancer. Researchers aim to …
Sponsor: Helio Genomics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test could end guesswork in liver cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a simple blood test that can tell the difference between two common types of liver cancer: hepatocellular carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma. Researchers will analyze tiny particles called exosomes in the blood using machine learning. The goal is to help …
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood tests could catch liver damage early in Doctor's offices
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to see which of two blood tests, eLIFT or FibroMeter, is better at finding advanced liver scarring (fibrosis) in people with fatty liver disease or alcohol-related liver disease. About 1,788 adults from primary care clinics will take both tests. The goal is to imp…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Automated blood test strategy could spot hidden liver disease in routine checkups
Diagnosis Recruiting nowLiverSeek is a study testing an automated screening program for advanced liver fibrosis in people aged 50-75 with risk factors like diabetes or obesity. When a routine blood test is done, the lab system automatically calculates a fibrosis score and, if needed, orders additional t…
Sponsor: Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Blood test may spot liver cancer risk years early in cirrhosis patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a blood test that looks for a marker called mSEPT9 can predict liver cancer in people with cirrhosis. Researchers will follow 400 patients for up to 5 years, taking blood samples every 6 months to see if changes in this marker signal cancer risk. The…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help surgeons find hidden lung cancer in teens
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special dye called Cytalux that makes cancer cells glow under near-infrared light. Surgeons use it during lung surgery to find and remove hard-to-see tumors in teens (ages 6-17) with bone cancer that has spread to the lungs. The goal is to see if the dye helps …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could replace needle biopsy for liver disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new endoscopic ultrasound method (EUS-SWQ) to measure liver stiffness and diagnose liver fibrosis (scarring) in people with chronic liver disease. Researchers will compare EUS-SWQ results with standard liver biopsy and FibroScan in 65 adults. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New ultrasound device could spot liver disease early and speed up specialist care
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, non-invasive ultrasound device called the Hepatoscope to screen for liver scarring (fibrosis) and fatty liver in people at risk. Researchers will enroll 200 patients with risk factors like diabetes or elevated liver enzymes. Those with high stiffness …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New PET scan could revolutionize staging of deadly cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of PET scan using a tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 can more accurately detect the spread of pancreatic and bile duct cancers compared to standard CT and MRI scans. The goal is to see if this scan changes how doctors classify the cancer stage and pl…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could spot hidden liver cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of ultrasound, called quantitative ultrasound (QUS), can find liver cancers that standard ultrasound often misses. About 328 adults at risk for liver cancer will receive both QUS and standard ultrasound, and results will be compared to MRI or b…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Fast-MRI could spot liver cancer earlier than ultrasound alone
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares adding a quick MRI scan (fast-MRI) to standard ultrasound every six months for detecting early-stage liver cancer in people with cirrhosis who are at high risk. About 944 participants will be randomly assigned to either ultrasound alone or ultrasound plus fast…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Spleen stiffness scan could spare liver patients painful biopsies
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether measuring spleen stiffness with a special ultrasound probe can detect advanced liver scarring in people with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers will follow 500 adults for up to several years to see if the test predicts serious liver p…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Personalized navigation may boost cancer screening in high-risk communities
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving people a personalized report about their cancer risk and screening options helps them complete recommended cancer tests. Adults aged 45 to 74 who are at high risk for lung, breast, colorectal, upper gastrointestinal, or liver cancer are invited to …
Sponsor: Hunan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immunotherapy given around liver cancer surgery stop the disease from coming back?
Prevention Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether a combination immunotherapy called iparomlimab and tuvonralimab can prevent liver cancer from returning after surgery in patients whose tumors are at high risk of coming back. Participants receive one dose of the immunotherapy before surgery to rem…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Olive oil and fish: a recipe for a healthier liver?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether following a Mediterranean diet for 12 weeks can reduce fat buildup in the liver of healthy young adults aged 20 to 30. Participants are randomly assigned to either a Mediterranean diet or a standard healthy diet, and liver fat is measured using ultrasound…
Sponsor: Hochschule Campus Wien (University of Applied Sciences Campus Vienna) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common gout drug shield the liver from cirrhosis complications?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether allopurinol, a drug usually used for gout, can prevent serious complications in people with decompensated cirrhosis, a late stage of liver disease. Researchers will give 54 adults with Child-Pugh B or C cirrhosis either allopurinol or a placebo for six mo…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Bangladesh Medical University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Baltimore study enlists peers to fight HIV and overdose among drug users
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a peer-driven program can help people who inject drugs in Baltimore reduce their risk of HIV, hepatitis C, and overdose. Researchers will identify high-risk injection settings and train peers to promote safer practices, like carrying naloxone and av…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Black dads step up: new study enlists fathers to shield girls from HIV
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether teaching Black male caregivers how to talk about sexual health can help protect Black girls aged 14-18 from HIV, other sexually transmitted infections, and sexual violence. The program involves 612 pairs of girls and their male caregivers. Researchers wil…
Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Liver cancer screening trial aims to cut deaths in cirrhosis patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether offering a liver ultrasound and blood test every 6 months to people with cirrhosis can catch liver cancer early and reduce deaths. About 617 adults aged 40-79 with compensated cirrhosis (no severe complications) in one region of Denmark will be offer…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can a bike ride curb drinking and heal the liver?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether a 12-week home cycling program can help adults with alcohol use disorder and alcohol-related liver disease drink less and crave alcohol less. Thirty participants join either the exercise program plus standard care or standard care alone. The study …
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to tame flushing and diarrhea in rare cancer syndrome
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether the experimental drug paltusotine can reduce flushing and diarrhea in adults with carcinoid syndrome caused by neuroendocrine tumors. About 141 participants will receive either paltusotine or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The study measures how mu…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatch workouts aim to beat Post-Chemo fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized exercise program, tracked by a smartwatch, can help reduce fatigue in people who have finished chemotherapy for certain cancers (breast, colorectal, ovarian, pancreatic, or gastric). About 98 participants will be randomly assigned to either…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can acupuncture soothe Chemotherapy's lingering nerve pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether a standardized acupuncture protocol can reduce peripheral neuropathy, a common and often lasting side effect of oxaliplatin chemotherapy. Participants are adults with gastrointestinal solid tumors who stopped oxaliplatin-based treatment and still…
Sponsor: GERCOR - Multidisciplinary Oncology Cooperative Group • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer injection satisfaction study recruits 700 patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study observes about 700 people with lung or liver cancer who are already receiving atezolizumab as a shot under the skin. Researchers want to see how satisfied patients are with this treatment and how it affects their quality of life. The study does not test a new drug but …
Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests nerve blocks to ease severe cancer pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of nerve blocks—coeliac plexus block and splanchnic nerve block—to see which one reduces pain better in adults with upper abdominal cancer. Forty-four participants will receive one of the procedures and be monitored for pain, opioid use, and quality …
Sponsor: Bangladesh Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App-based symptom tracking may cut hospital visits for advanced cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a supportive web-based app for people with advanced pancreatic, biliary tract, or non-small cell lung cancer who are about to start their first line of chemotherapy. Each week, participants answer questions about their symptoms using the app. If their answers sug…
Sponsor: Inna Chen, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New algorithm aims to keep chemo on track for stomach and colon cancers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special algorithm called PAGODA can reduce unplanned delays during FOLFOX chemotherapy for gastrointestinal cancers like colon, stomach, and esophageal cancer. About 420 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard care or the algorithm-gui…
Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to ease pain after liver cancer surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of nerve blocks (retrolaminar block vs subcostal TAP block) to control pain after open liver surgery for cancer. The goal is to see which block reduces the need for strong painkillers (opioids) and helps patients recover faster. About 90 adults under…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Melatonin may ease sleep and brain fog in liver disease — a trial puts it to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether taking melatonin at night can increase REM sleep and improve cognitive function in people with cirrhosis who have a complication called hepatic encephalopathy (HE). Participants take melatonin for one month and a control supplement (thiamine) for an…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can eating only during an 8-10 hour window help liver cancer patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a time-restricted eating plan (eating only during an 8-10 hour window each day) combined with a healthy plant-based diet is safe and doable for people with liver cancer, cirrhosis, or fatty liver disease. Fifty overweight or obese adults will either …
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New scope procedure vs. surgery: which unblocks the stomach faster?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a newer, less invasive endoscopic procedure to standard surgery for treating gastric outlet obstruction, a blockage that prevents food from leaving the stomach. The trial will enroll 32 adults with advanced cancers causing this blockage. The main goal is to se…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study: Protein-Rich diet and exercise before surgery may help older cancer patients recover faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a high-protein nutrition plan combined with resistance exercises, started weeks before surgery and continued for 24 weeks after, can help older adults with cancer preserve their physical function. The trial enrolls Veterans aged 55 and older with certain …
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Short bursts of exercise may boost liver health in overweight adults
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve liver health in adults aged 18 to 59 who are overweight or have obesity. Thirty participants will either do HIIT for 8 weeks or continue their usual routine. The goal is to see if exercise can reduce …
Sponsor: Universidad San Sebastián • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Liver function may change how inavolisib works
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-phase study looks at how a single dose of the drug inavolisib behaves in people with moderate or severe liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood and check for side effects. The goal is to understand if liver pro…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple test could flag kidney danger in cirrhosis patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers are developing a new equation to predict major adverse kidney events in people with cirrhosis and ascites, a buildup of fluid in the belly. The study follows 400 patients for a year to see who develops serious kidney decline, chronic kidney disease, or dies. The goal …
Sponsor: Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, India • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver biopsies reveal Fat-Busting secrets in alcohol detox
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the liver processes fat in people with alcohol use disorder who are quitting drinking. Researchers will take two small liver samples—one early in detox and one after four weeks—to compare gene activity. The goal is to understand how the liver clears fat wh…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New test could spot liver trouble early in fontan patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new way to measure liver function in adults who have had the Fontan procedure, a surgery for certain heart defects. Researchers will use a dual cholate clearance test (a special blood test) and a heart MRI to see how well the liver is working. They will co…
Sponsor: HepQuant, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new radiation machine cut breath holds for cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers are studying whether a next-generation radiation delivery system can run a complete treatment workflow while patients hold their breath. The trial enrolls about 20 adults with tumors in the chest or upper abdomen who are already scheduled for stereotactic body radiati…
Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver Function's impact on drug breakdown under microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how mild and moderate liver problems change the way the body handles a single dose of the drug tasurgratinib. Researchers will compare 18 people with stable liver impairment to healthy volunteers matched by age, weight, race, and gender. The goal is to underst…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eisai Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into rare liver disease PSC
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand what causes primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a rare chronic liver disease. About 143 adults with PSC will provide blood, saliva, urine, stool, and tissue samples, plus undergo imaging and procedures like colonoscopy and liver biopsy. No treatmen…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a damaged kidney change how a drug works?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests how a single injection of HRS-4729 behaves in people with mild, moderate, or severe kidney impairment compared with healthy people. Researchers measure drug levels in the blood over time to see if kidney function affects how the body processes the drug. The trial…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Fujian Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch Long-Term study to unravel mysterious liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 400 people aged 12 and older who have noncirrhotic portal hypertension (NCPH) or are at risk for it. NCPH is a liver condition that increases blood pressure in the liver's blood vessels without causing cirrhosis, and often has no early symptoms. Researcher…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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18-Year study to uncover roots of childhood obesity and diabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,500 pregnant women and their children for up to 18 years to understand how a mother's health, lifestyle, and environment affect her child's growth and risk for obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver. Mothers attend visits during pregnancy and after birth, while c…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to close gaps in cancer care for black patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for Black adults newly diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer. It focuses on ensuring patients receive proper biomarker testing and evidence-based care, helping them find and join clinical trials if they choose, and providing easy-to-understand information about the…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ten-Year liver study asks: what makes fatty liver disease progress?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers at Beijing Friendship Hospital are following 500 adults with biopsy-confirmed nonalcoholic fatty liver disease for up to 10 years. The study measures liver stiffness and liver fat every six months using imaging and blood tests. The goal is to understand which factors …
Sponsor: Beijing Friendship Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging tool could sharpen liver tumor embolization
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new imaging method called qDSA that measures blood flow in real time during liver embolization, a procedure that blocks blood supply to tumors. Up to 20 participants will have qDSA and ultrasound images taken before, during, and after the procedure. The goal is…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Grip strength may reveal hidden liver risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether handgrip strength—a simple measure of muscle function—can help predict changes in blood flow through the liver's main vein in people with cirrhosis. Researchers will measure blood pressure and flow in the portal vein and nearby veins before and after a…
Sponsor: Shanxi Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver drug study seeks to understand how body processes medication in scarred livers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the drug Saroglitazar is processed in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver scarring (cirrhosis) caused by cholestatic liver disease. About 30 adults will take the drug once daily for 28 days. The goal is to measure drug levels in the blood and check…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Zydus Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug study aims to understand how liver disease affects medication
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study will test a drug called saroglitazar magnesium in 6 adults with moderate liver scarring (cirrhosis) caused by cholestatic liver disease. The main goal is to see how the drug moves through the body and if it is safe when taken every other day. Participants w…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Zydus Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartwatch track how kids recover from cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether smartwatches and blood tests can measure how well children recover after surgery to remove a solid tumor. About 40 children and their caregivers will wear smartwatches and answer questionnaires before surgery and for up to a year after. Researchers w…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive Real-World database aims to map how chronic diseases interact
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowOPERA is a large observational database that collects health records from people treated for chronic conditions such as HIV, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, heart disease, rheumatic disease, and neurodegenerative disease. Researchers use the records to study how these …
Sponsor: Epividian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver health may change how body handles inhaled lung drug
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis phase 1 trial investigates how mild, moderate, and severe liver impairment affects the way the body processes a single inhaled dose of treprostinil palmitil, a drug used for certain lung conditions. The study enrolls about 30 adults with varying levels of liver function and …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Insmed Incorporated • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunting the hidden genes that decide who gets porphyria attacks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowAcute intermittent porphyria (AIP) is an inherited disorder that can cause sudden, severe attacks, but not everyone who carries the gene gets sick. Researchers at Mount Sinai are collecting blood, saliva, and urine samples from about 150 people in AIP families, including affected…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests geriatric support for seniors with gut cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a geriatrician (a doctor who specializes in care for older adults) to cancer treatment can improve outcomes for people aged 70 and older with gastrointestinal cancers like stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer. Researchers will test if an online …
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver cancer treatments under Real-World scrutiny
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers at a single center are observing about 1,000 patients with hepatocellular carcinoma who receive systemic therapies. The study tracks overall survival, progression-free survival, and tumor response using standard imaging criteria. It also checks whether hepatitis C dru…
Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple Check-Up before liver surgery save lives in the elderly?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a thorough health assessment before liver surgery can help older patients (70+) have fewer serious complications and recover better. Researchers will give 242 participants a special geriatric evaluation that checks frailty, memory, nutrition, and daily…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New ultrasound technique aims to avoid needless surgeries in bile duct cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether an improved endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) can better find cancer in lymph nodes of people with bile duct cancer. About 250 patients with presumed resectable cancer will get the enhanced EUS before surgery. The goal is to see how many patients are spared …
Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive european study aims to redefine success in liver transplants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information from 10,000 liver transplant patients across Europe to create a new, up-to-date reference for what good outcomes look like when using machine perfusion (a technique that keeps donated livers healthier before transplant). The goal is to help do…
Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive liver study seeks 8,000 volunteers to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about liver diseases like hepatitis B, C, and D by observing up to 8,050 participants over time. Participants will have yearly check-ups, blood and urine tests, and liver ultrasounds. Some may be offered experimental treatments if they qualify. The g…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can removing the spleen help the liver fight cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers are observing people with small liver cancer, cirrhosis, and an overactive spleen who undergo laparoscopic liver surgery combined with spleen removal. The study enrolls 30 adults with low platelet counts and follows them for two years after surgery. It tracks changes …
Sponsor: Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to test new fatty liver drug with and without food
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called ECC4703, being developed for a serious fatty liver condition (MASH). Researchers want to see how taking the drug with or without food changes the amount that gets into the blood. 72 healthy adults will receive a single dose of the dr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eccogene • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver trouble changes drug levels: vorolanib put to the test
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers are studying how a single 200 mg dose of vorolanib, an experimental oral cancer drug, moves through the body in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared with people whose livers work normally. The trial enrolls 36 participants split into three groups bas…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Betta Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists gather tumor samples to unlock new cancer treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue samples from people with solid tumors who are already scheduled for surgery or biopsy at the NIH Clinical Center. Researchers will use the samples to study the biology of cancer and identify new targets for therapy. Up to 1,800 adults and children (age …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive global study tracks Durvalumab's Real-World impact on liver cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow about 4,490 adults with liver or bile duct cancer who are receiving durvalumab-based treatment as part of their routine care. Researchers want to see how long patients live and how well the treatment works outside of clinical trials. The goal is to gather r…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New patient registry aims to unlock secrets of rare liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a global registry that will follow about 150 people with acute hepatic porphyria (AHP) over time. Researchers will collect information on how the disease progresses, how it is managed in real-world settings, and the safety and effectiveness of approved treatments li…
Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can protein patterns in stored tumors point to new treatment targets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study in Vietnam looks at archived tumor samples from patients with several solid cancers, including liver, colorectal, gastric, breast, lung, endometrial, melanoma, and pancreatic cancer. Researchers will measure the presence of two proteins, ENPP1/cGAS and FA…
Sponsor: Tam Anh Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver function may change how new lung drug works
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a single dose of the experimental drug BI 1291583 behaves in the blood of people with and without liver problems. The drug is being developed for bronchiectasis, a chronic lung disease. About 32 adults aged 18–80 will take part, divided into groups based o…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to test safety of experimental NASH drug
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called HEC169584 in 96 healthy adults aged 18 to 45. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it, not to treat any disease. Results will help guide future studies for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sunshine Lake Pharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver health and drug processing: a closer look at casdatifan
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing how the body processes a single dose of casdatifan, an experimental drug, in people with moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if liver function changes how the drug is absorbed and cleared from the body. Participants r…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive review of 4,000 liver cancer patients aims to uncover regional trends
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will collect and analyze medical records from about 4,000 adults diagnosed with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) in Middle Eastern and North African countries between 2015 and 2023. Researchers want to understand what causes the cancer, how it is treated, and wh…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study seeks clues to liver damage after fontan surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some adults who had the Fontan procedure as children develop serious liver scarring. Researchers will use blood tests, imaging, and liver biopsies to track changes and find early markers of disease. The goal is to better understand the process and pave the…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Guided radiation may shield ovaries in young cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of adaptive radiotherapy can reduce radiation exposure to the ovaries in young women (ages 18-50) receiving pelvic radiation for cancers like uterine, rectal, or cervical cancer. Using advanced imaging and an AI treatment planning system, resea…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver study tests safety of new drugs in patients with liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study looks at how the liver handles two experimental drugs, AZD9550 and AZD6234, in people with moderate to severe liver problems compared to healthy volunteers. About 28 adults will receive a single injection of one drug. The goal is to see if liver impairment …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging registry aims to sharpen cancer treatment precision
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will collect data from 2,000 patients in the Netherlands and France who are receiving standard, minimally invasive cancer treatments like tumor ablation or catheter-based therapies for liver, lung, kidney, or bone cancers. During these procedures, a special CT scanner …
Sponsor: Mark C Burgmans, MD PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers launch major tissue bank to unlock secrets of mesothelioma
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect blood, urine, tumor samples, and health data from up to 1,000 people with malignant mesothelioma or other cancers that express a protein called mesothelin. Participants will be followed over time to track the course of their disease. The goal is to buil…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New catheter aims to boost radiation to liver tumors while sparing healthy tissue
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special catheter called TriNav can deliver more radiation beads (Y90 microspheres) to liver tumors while reducing exposure to healthy liver tissue. Twenty adults with unresectable liver tumors will receive the standard radioembolization procedure using …
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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No treatment, just samples: new study aims to understand cancer immunity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and other biospecimens from adults with cancer to analyze immune-suppressing cells and genetic changes. Up to 1,750 participants will provide samples before and after chemotherapy. The goal is to better understand how cancer affects the immune system, bu…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could blood from a cancer's own vein reveal more tumor DNA?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study compares two ways of collecting blood to detect circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) in people with liver or pancreatic cancers. Researchers will take blood from a standard arm vein and also from the vein that drains directly from the tumor during a biopsy. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks pregnancy risks for elafibranor users
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people who took elafibranor shortly before or during pregnancy to see if it affects the baby or mother. Researchers will collect information from medical records and safety reports over about 10 years. No extra tests or treatments are required—only routine care…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single gene therapy dose keep working for 14 years?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people who received an investigational gene therapy in an earlier iECURE trial for a urea cycle disorder, a condition that can cause dangerous ammonia buildup. Researchers will track safety, side effects, and whether the therapy's effects last over up to 14.5 y…
Sponsor: iECURE, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks how a drug combo affects liver function in advanced cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 200 adults with advanced liver cancer who are starting a new treatment with two drugs, tremelimumab and durvalumab. Researchers want to see how long it takes for liver problems to get worse, how patients feel, and how safe the treatment is in everyday medi…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a shared data network transform care for kids with liver disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a shared registry and learning network for children and young adults with autoimmune liver disease, including autoimmune hepatitis and primary sclerosing cholangitis. By collecting clinical data across multiple centers, the goal is to reduce treatment variation…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new way to read CT scans may predict which liver surgery patients will develop Life-Threatening failure
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a technique called vascular deformation mapping (VDM) to standard CT scans can better predict liver failure after major liver surgery. Researchers will analyze routine preoperative CT images from over 1,000 adults undergoing removal of at least thr…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver clues: a new way to stage heart amyloidosis?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether liver function and blood clotting tests can help doctors better understand and monitor cardiac transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR-CA), a condition where abnormal protein builds up in the heart. Researchers will compare these tests in people with ATTR-CA a…
Sponsor: University of Messina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Small study to uncover how exercise changes Liver's sugar output in diabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how exercise changes the amount of sugar the liver makes in people with type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease. Researchers will measure liver sugar production during rest and exercise in 12 adults aged 25-55. The goal is to better understand how exercise hel…
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Finger-Prick test aims to uncover hidden hepatitis c cases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a quick finger-stick test can help find more people with hepatitis C and get them into treatment. About 60,000 adults at risk for hepatitis C will take the test at clinics, shelters, or prisons. The study itself does not provide treatment, but will c…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could immune cells in fat hold the key to Obesity-Related disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is investigating how immune cells called macrophages in fat tissue handle fat and influence metabolism. Researchers will compare people with obesity and related metabolic issues to lean individuals, using imaging, blood tests, and tissue biopsies. The goal is to unders…
Sponsor: Bettina Mittendorfer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could immune cells in fat hold the key to Obesity-Related diseases?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how immune cells in fat tissue, called macrophages, handle fats and whether this affects metabolism in people with obesity. Researchers will compare adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes or fatty liver to lean individuals, using imaging, blood tests, and…
Sponsor: Bettina Mittendorfer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Heart scans could flag Who's at risk after liver shunt
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at whether detailed heart imaging can help predict heart problems in people with liver cirrhosis who undergo a procedure called TIPSS, which creates a shunt to relieve pressure in the liver. Participants will have heart MRIs and echocardiograms before, short…
Sponsor: Stephanie Gräger • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One dose may not fit all: blood tests could tailor cancer drug dosing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether measuring the amount of certain targeted cancer drugs in the blood can help find the best dose for each patient. It involves adults with advanced digestive cancers like colorectal, liver, and stomach tumors who are already taking these medications. By …
Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can blood tests reveal how liver and bile duct cancers respond to treatment?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 150 adults with liver or bile duct cancer who are receiving standard treatments like surgery, ablation, or chemotherapy. Researchers will collect repeated blood samples before, during, and after treatment to analyze tumor DNA, immune cells, and proteins. The go…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common sugar fuel liver damage?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis trial asks whether fructose, a sugar found in fruit and processed foods, causes more liver inflammation in people with MASH (a serious fatty liver disease) than in those with milder fatty liver or no liver disease. Over four weeks, participants follow a low-sugar diet and th…
Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden link under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 people newly diagnosed with HIV and 161 healthy volunteers over five years to see who develops metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers use annual blood tests, ultrasounds, and FibroScans to measure liver fat and stiffness. The goal is to uncover …
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Artificial intelligence may help decide who gets a liver first
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether artificial intelligence can more accurately predict which patients on the liver transplant waiting list are at highest risk of dying or becoming too sick for surgery. Researchers will follow 630 adults with severe liver disease or liver cancer across five…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI may outsmart current system for liver transplant priority
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis European study is collecting health data from 4,500 adults listed for liver transplantation across 50 centers. The goal is to design and test new AI-based models that predict which patients are most likely to die or become too sick for transplant while waiting. If accurate, …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple roadside test catch liver disease before it turns deadly?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find undiagnosed cases of advanced liver fibrosis and viral hepatitis B and C in the general population of Seine Saint Denis, France. Using a combination of rapid diagnostic tests and a portable liver stiffness scanner (FibroScan), researchers will screen 600 a…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scans could uncover silent damage in liver patients awaiting transplant
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether cardiac MRI can detect and track heart muscle scarring in people with cirrhosis who are waiting for a liver transplant. Researchers want to see if inflammation from the liver disease affects the heart, and whether a transplant can reverse that …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound quality: experts aim to standardize liver imaging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers international experts to agree on what makes a high-quality contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of the liver. Using a Delphi process, they will rate and refine quality indicators. The goal is to create a standardized tool for assessing image quality, improving …
Sponsor: University of Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fatty liver disease: a new biobank aims to unlock the secrets of a silent epidemic
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a large database and biobank of people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition where fat builds up in the liver. Researchers will collect medical data and biological samples over time to study how the disease develops, progresses, and respond…
Sponsor: Fondazione Epatocentro Ticino • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study investigates hidden heart risk in liver patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a heart condition called cirrhotic cardiomyopathy that can affect people with advanced liver disease (cirrhosis). Researchers want to learn how common it is, what increases the risk, and whether bile acids in the blood play a role. About 440 adults with decomp…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Frailty test could predict who survives liver transplant waiting list
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 5000 adults with advanced liver disease to see how frailty — measured by grip strength, chair stands, and balance — relates to their outcomes before and after a liver transplant. Participants are tested at every clinic visit and for a year after transplant, the…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden liver danger in Cushing's syndrome may reverse after cortisol cure
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common fatty liver disease is in people with Cushing's syndrome, a rare condition caused by too much cortisol. Using MRI and FibroScan, researchers will measure liver fat at diagnosis and again one year after cortisol levels return to normal. The goal is t…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to prevent a common complication after pancreatic cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 100 people who have had a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) for cancers of the pancreas or nearby areas. The goal is to find factors before, during, and after surgery that raise the risk of a pancreatic fistula—a leak of digestive fluid that can caus…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may guide cancer care without biopsy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a blood test that detects circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors personalize treatment for people with five types of advanced cancer: non-small cell lung cancer, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, colorectal cancer, biliary tract cancer, and ovar…
Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Molecular blueprint may unlock personalized liver cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates why some liver cancers respond to immunotherapy (atezolizumab plus bevacizumab) after surgery while others do not. Researchers will collect detailed molecular data from tumors and blood samples of 30 patients to find biomarkers that predict response, resis…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Neck artery scan may foretell danger during liver transplants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether measuring the thickness of the carotid artery (a major artery in the neck) before surgery can help predict blood pressure swings and complications during liver transplant operations. Researchers will measure carotid artery thickness using a simple,…
Sponsor: Dicle University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Fatty liver frailty: do men and women differ?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study aims to see if frailty—a state of increased weakness and vulnerability—differs between men and women with MASLD (fatty liver disease). Researchers will track 140 participants over time using physical tests and questionnaires. No drugs or treatments are be…
Sponsor: Fundació Institut de Recerca de l'Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Austrian study seeks to eliminate hepatitis by linking patients to care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study in South-East Austria looks at past lab results to find people with hepatitis B, C, or D who may not know they have it. Researchers will invite these individuals to a clinic to discuss treatment options. The goal is to connect them to care and track how many get cured,…
Sponsor: Vanessa Stadlbauer-Koellner, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study aims to make allergy testing safer for cancer patients on biologics
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing how to safely perform skin allergy tests in people receiving biotherapies for cancers and blood disorders. Researchers will find the highest concentration of each biotherapy that does not cause a skin reaction in 9 out of 10 patients. The goal is to establis…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Decoding Immunotherapy's liver side effect to keep cancer treatment on track
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at liver inflammation (hepatitis) that can occur in cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of immunotherapy. Researchers aim to describe the different patterns of liver injury and how they respond to treatment. By collecting real-world …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of rare Kidney-Liver diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a central database and tissue bank for rare diseases affecting the kidneys and liver, such as ARPKD and Joubert syndrome. Researchers will collect medical information, genetic samples, and tissues from 200 participants to help doctors and scientists better …
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Common heartburn meds may raise risks for liver patients, new study warns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving proton pump inhibitors (like omeprazole) to people with cirrhosis who have bleeding in the esophagus causes more complications in the hospital. Researchers will randomly assign 60 adults to receive either the drug or no drug after an endoscopic …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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300 cirrhosis patients join study to uncover hidden triggers of liver cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting blood, urine, and stool samples from 300 people with cirrhosis to build a biobank. Researchers will later use these samples to understand how factors like nutrition, physical activity, smoking, alcohol, and pollution influence the development of the most …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Mapping the immune System's fight against certain cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how T cells (a type of immune cell) respond to liver cancer and cancers linked to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and human papillomavirus (HPV). About 105 participants will give blood and tissue samples once. Researchers will analyze these samples to identify cancer…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New study aims to predict who will benefit from liver cancer immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at ways to personalize treatment for people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma). Researchers want to find out which patients are likely to respond to immunotherapy by testing their tumor tissue and blood before treatment starts. The goal is to avoid givi…
Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Rare cancer hope: genetic tests may match patients to better treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether genetic testing of tumors and blood can help doctors choose better treatments for people with rare cancers. About 400 adults with rare solid tumors or lymphomas will have their tumors genetically analyzed. A team of experts will review the results an…
Sponsor: TargetCancer Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict liver cancer treatment success?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find tiny genetic markers (microRNAs) and blood chemicals that can tell doctors early whether a liver cancer patient will fully respond to heat-based tumor destruction. Researchers will analyze blood and tumor tissue samples from 150 adults with early-stage liv…
Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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3500 hepatitis b patients needed to hunt for cure biomarker
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large collection of blood samples and health data from 3500 people with hepatitis B, including those who have already cleared the virus. Researchers will use these samples to look for viral RNA patterns that could signal a functional cure. No new treatmen…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Scientists probe inflammation clues in alcoholic liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how inflammation and liver repair differ in people with alcoholic hepatitis versus those with alcoholic cirrhosis or healthy livers. Researchers will collect blood, liver tissue, and fluid samples from 450 participants. The goal is to better understand what dr…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study aims to catch transplant complications early with blood and urine tests
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at 1,000 liver transplant recipients to see if testing their blood, urine, and tissue samples can detect early signs of chronic kidney disease, acute rejection, or hepatitis C. The goal is to find simple biomarkers that could lead to earlier treatment and fe…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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7,500 heavy drinkers to be tracked in landmark liver study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 7,500 heavy drinkers over time to learn how alcoholic liver disease develops and worsens. Researchers will use non-invasive tests like ultrasound and blood markers to identify who is at risk for cirrhosis and liver cancer. The goal is to improve screening and e…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot silent liver damage early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a two-step screening method to find advanced liver fibrosis in people who don't yet have symptoms. First, a routine blood test calculates a score called FIB-4. If that score is high, patients get a more specialized non-invasive test. The goal is to see how w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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AI could make radiation therapy more precise by tracking tumors in real time
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is developing an AI system that tracks tumors and organs during radiation therapy without needing physical markers. Researchers will use existing patient data to train and test the AI. If it works, it could help doctors target radiation more accurately. The study invol…
Sponsor: University of Sydney • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study aims to unlock secrets of alcoholic liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing heavy drinkers with jaundice to learn more about alcoholic hepatitis, a serious liver condition. Researchers will track survival and liver function over 12 months, and collect genetic samples to better understand the disease. The goal is to improve diagnos…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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10,000 australians with hepatitis b to be tracked in landmark real-world study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 10,000 people in Australia who have chronic hepatitis B to see how well they are connected to care and treatment. Researchers will collect information from clinics across the country to understand who is getting treated and what their health needs are. No n…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New study tests if software can spot dye in liver tumors during radiation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at images from 50 liver cancer patients who received a special dye (contrast agent) during a procedure before radiation therapy. Researchers want to see if a software program (KIM) can detect that dye in the images to better track the tumor during treatment. The …
Sponsor: University of Sydney • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Austrian PBC registry aims to unlock secrets of rare liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a registry that will follow 500 people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) in Austria. Researchers will collect medical data and optional blood or liver samples to learn how the disease progresses and what complications arise. No new treatment is being tested; th…
Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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4,500 healthy adults tracked to uncover hidden disease risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find early warning signs for major chronic diseases like stroke, heart disease, and cancer by following 4,500 healthy adults aged 30-80 in Lishui. Participants will receive regular check-ups and long-term monitoring. The goal is to improve prevention and care a…
Sponsor: The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University & Lishui Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Zambia study tracks liver health in hepatitis b and HIV patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 390 adults in Zambia with hepatitis B, some also with HIV, to see how their liver and immune system change over time. Participants join when diagnosed or starting standard antiviral treatment and are monitored for years. The goal is to learn more about the dise…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Baby jaundice may leave lasting marks on teeth, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common tooth staining is in children who had very high bilirubin levels (jaundice) early in life. Researchers will check 120 children with certain liver conditions to see if their teeth are discolored and whether that affects their daily life. The goal is …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Breakfast timing showdown: fasted vs fed exercise in type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether exercising before breakfast (fasted) or after breakfast (fed) is better for people with type 1 diabetes. Over 12 weeks, 20 participants will do combined resistance and aerobic training three times a week. Researchers will track insulin doses and blood …
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study aims to unlock mysteries of rare sun allergy disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study is gathering information on how erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) and X-linked porphyria (XLP) affect people aged 12 and older. Over 6 months, researchers will track symptoms, light exposure, and blood levels of protoporphyrin IX (PPIX) in 50 participan…
Sponsor: Portal Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Tailored diet after pancreatic surgery may speed healing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether personalized nutrition plans can improve recovery after Whipple surgery for pancreatic, bile duct, or ampullary cancers. Twenty patients in Pakistan will receive tailored meals and supplements before and after surgery, and be followed for 6 months. Resear…
Sponsor: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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2000-Patient study tracks liver shunt outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 2000 people with severe liver-related high blood pressure who receive a TIPS procedure, which creates a bypass in the liver. Researchers will track survival, need for liver transplant, and complications like confusion or liver failure over 12 months. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Hospital Freiburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Liver disease muscle mystery: new study aims to uncover hidden weakness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common muscle loss and weakness are in people with liver cirrhosis, and how malnutrition plays a role. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure muscle size and a grip test to check strength. The goal is to better understand the problem and its impact on …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Decades after transplant: does excess iron harm the liver?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 500 adults who received a stem cell transplant at least 10 years ago to see if iron buildup in the body raises the risk of liver problems. Researchers will use blood tests and a special liver scan (FibroScan) to check for damage. The goal is to understand wheth…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Liver clot mystery: new study probes why blood clots form in cirrhosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how blood clotting works differently in the liver's portal vein compared to the rest of the body in people with liver cirrhosis. Researchers will take blood samples from 45 patients during a routine procedure called TIPS, which helps relieve high blood pressur…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden immune cells behind hepatitis b vaccine protection
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the hepatitis B vaccine triggers T cells, a key part of the immune system. Researchers will test blood from 115 healthy adults 5 to 10 weeks after vaccination to see if they have T cells that recognize the hepatitis B virus. The goal is to understand why s…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Liver probe reveals secrets of hepatitis b persistence
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why the hepatitis B virus (HBV) stays in the liver for so long, even with treatment. Researchers will use a gentle needle technique to take small liver samples from 100 adults with chronic HBV. They want to see how the virus and the immune system interact insi…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New model could predict deadly liver failure after surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the amount of healthy liver removed during surgery can predict liver failure afterward. Researchers will create a risk model based on 1,600 patients who had liver surgery for cancer. The goal is to help doctors identify high-risk patients before surger…
Sponsor: National Natural Science Foundation of China • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can genes predict liver cancer? new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is recruiting 710 adults with fatty liver disease or alcohol-related liver disease, with or without cirrhosis, to understand why some develop liver cancer. Researchers will analyze genetic markers, immune factors, and imaging data from routine liver biopsies and blood …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to stop wasting in cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why many cancer patients lose muscle and fat (cachexia), a condition that worsens their health. Researchers will use advanced techniques to analyze samples from 1000 adults with certain cancers. The goal is to find early warning signs and new targets…
Sponsor: China Medical University, China • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New study collects data and samples to unlock mysteries of Drug-Induced liver damage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a nationwide registry of 400 people who have experienced drug-induced liver injury (DILI). Researchers will collect medical information and biological samples like blood and DNA to build a resource for future studies. The goal is to better understand why…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a potato starch supplement help veterans with liver disease and PTSD?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a prebiotic called resistant potato starch can change the gut microbiome in 30 veterans who have both cirrhosis (liver scarring) and PTSD. Participants will take either the potato starch or a placebo (cellulose) for a period, and researchers will mea…
Sponsor: Hunter Holmes Mcguire Veteran Affairs Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Massive liver transplant study aims to predict bleeding and save lives
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 1,200 liver transplant patients in France to understand why some people bleed heavily during surgery while others don't. Researchers will use advanced methods like machine learning to build better prediction tools. The goal is to help doctors manage bleedin…
Sponsor: Société Française d'Anesthésie et de Réanimation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New study tracks hidden infections in migrants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common certain infections are among 250 asylum seekers living in reception centers in Italy. Participants must be adults who arrived in Italy between 2 and 36 months ago. The goal is to better understand infection rates to improve health screening and care…
Sponsor: IRCCS Sacro Cuore Don Calabria di Negrar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold key to liver disease mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the gut bacteria of 3000 adults with chronic liver diseases like autoimmune hepatitis and fatty liver. Researchers want to find specific bacteria linked to each disease to better understand how the gut and liver interact. This is an observational study, not a …
Sponsor: Chungnam National University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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Lab-Grown tumor avatars could pick the right cancer drug for each patient
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized approach for patients with advanced liver or colorectal cancers that no longer respond to standard treatments. Doctors take a small sample of the tumor, grow it in the lab as 3D 'organoids', and test different drugs on them to see which works best.…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Swedish Mega-Study scans 1,400 for clues to heart, lung, and liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is re-examining 1,400 adults in Stockholm to find early signs and risk factors for heart, lung, and liver diseases. Participants will get advanced scans, blood tests, and questionnaires. The goal is to better understand how these diseases develop and how to predict the…
Sponsor: Danderyd Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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No-Touch vital sign monitoring tested in operating rooms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a camera can accurately measure heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels by recording a patient's face during surgery. The goal is to replace some of the sticky sensors and cuffs that touch the skin, which can cause infections or injuries in fra…
Sponsor: Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can your own kidneys bounce back after a Liver-Kidney transplant?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks 15 people getting a simultaneous liver-kidney transplant to see how much their own kidneys recover. Researchers use a special nuclear scan and blood tests to measure kidney function before and after transplant. The goal is to create a way to predict who might no…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden stomach issues in GAVE patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common stomach symptoms like pain and nausea are in people with Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia (GAVE), a condition where stomach blood vessels enlarge and may bleed. Researchers will use a simple breath test done at home to check how well the stomach empt…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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8,000-Patient study aims to sharpen cancer radiation with Real-Time MRI
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that will follow about 8,000 cancer patients who receive radiation therapy using a special machine called an MR-Linac, which combines an MRI scanner with a radiation beam. The goal is to learn how well this technology works for different cancers, in…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Italian study observes liver enlargement methods in thousands of patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study follows 2000 adults with liver tumors who need surgery but have too little healthy liver left. Doctors use various techniques to make the liver grow before surgery. The study simply watches what happens in real practice—it does not test any new drug or tr…
Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New program aims to catch liver disease before it's too late
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a program where family doctors work with a hospital to find liver scarring (fibrosis) early in people at risk. About 150 adults with a high FIB-4 score will get a special liver scan (Fibroscan). The goal is to see if those with scarring get the right follow-up…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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2,200 liver patients monitored to spot danger signs early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 2,200 adults with liver cirrhosis to find factors that predict severe complications like liver failure or death. Researchers will review existing medical records without requiring extra visits or tests. The goal is to help doctors identify high-risk patients so…
Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New app aims to ease tough transition for young liver transplant patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a digital tool to help teenagers and young adults (ages 14-20) who have had or are waiting for a liver transplant as they move from pediatric to adult care. The tool helps patients and doctors track medication use and well-being from home, reducing hospital…
Sponsor: FROM- Fondazione per la Ricerca Ospedale di Bergamo- ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Scientists hunt for liver Cancer's immune escape secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how liver cancer avoids being attacked by the immune system. Researchers will analyze tumor tissue and blood from 270 people with liver cancer to find specific molecules that help cancer hide. The goal is to better understand these escape mechanisms, which cou…
Sponsor: Niguarda Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Gut check: new study probes how hepatitis drug changes your microbiome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the drug bulevirtide changes gut bacteria and bile acids in people with hepatitis delta (a serious liver infection). Researchers will follow 20 patients for 48 weeks, collecting stool and blood samples to see how these changes relate to liver health. The g…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New scope test may rival gold standard for liver pressure
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two methods for measuring blood pressure in the liver (portal hypertension) in people with cirrhosis or other liver conditions. The standard method (HVPG) uses a catheter inserted through a neck vein, while the newer method (EUS-PPG) uses an endoscope passed t…
Sponsor: Military University Hospital, Prague • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New study explores why cancer patients lose their appetite
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how cancer and its treatments change a person's sense of taste and smell, and how that affects their eating and nutrition. Researchers will follow 306 people newly diagnosed with cancer of the mouth, throat, colon, or liver. They will use questionnaires, taste…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC