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Nutritional Supplement for Hepatic Encephalopathy
Study Summary
This trial looks at whether a nutritional intervention can help reduce the rates of hepatic encephalopathy and consequent readmission for patients with end stage liver disease.
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Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- Your MELD score is higher than 35.You currently have an infection with positive test results in your blood or other body fluids.I am currently experiencing bleeding in my digestive tract.I have been diagnosed with cirrhosis through tests or my medical history.My diabetes is not under control, with an A1c level over 9.5.I am 18 years old or older.I was hospitalized for HE within the last year.My kidney function is impaired, shown by high creatinine levels not improved with treatment.You have had an abdominal CT scan before.I currently have cancer.My organs are failing and I need support to keep them working.I am not taking steroids that affect muscle mass.I have had surgery on my digestive system in the last year.
- Group 1: Ensure Enlive
- Group 2: Standard of Care
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can people sign up for this experiment now?
"This clinical trial, as detailed on the website clinicaltrials.gov, is looking for patients right now. The study was originally posted on September 16th, 2019 and updated August 30th, 2020."
How can I become a subject in this research project?
"Up to 40 patients that have hepatic coma and meet the age criteria of 18-75 years old can participate. Key inclusion requirements are as follows: being >18 years old and having had an abdominal CT scan at any point in the past."
Does age limit a person's ability to participate in this research?
"The age range for individuals eligible to participate in this trial is between 18 and 75 years old."
How many volunteers are enrolled in this experiment?
"That is correct, the online information does show that the research team is still enrolling people for this study. The original posting date was September 16th, 2019 with the latest update happening on August 30th, 2022. They are hoping to have 40 individuals sign up from 1 location."
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