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Behavioural Intervention
Exercise for Liver Cirrhosis
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Recruiting
Research Sponsored by The Cleveland Clinic
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up day 0 and day 90
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial investigates the effects of 12 weeks of exercise (resistance or endurance) on cirrhosis patients with muscle loss and ammonia build up. Effects on body composition and fitness will be tested.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults aged 40-65 with cirrhosis who haven't drunk alcohol or used recreational drugs in the last 6 months. They should have a Child's score of 5-10, MELD score under 21, and no severe illnesses or medications that affect muscle mass. People with advanced heart/lung disease, recent heavy drinking, certain medication use, active cancer/infection/ascites/encephalopathy, poor clotting ability, end-stage kidney disease or those unlikely to complete the study are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests how resistance (strength-building) exercise twice weekly and endurance (cardiovascular health-promoting) training thrice weekly for 12 weeks affect patients with liver cirrhosis compared to standard care. It looks at changes in muscle mass and ammonia processing due to exercise by measuring fitness levels at different intervals.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly listed in the provided information, potential side effects may include muscle soreness or injury from resistance exercises and fatigue or cardiovascular strain from endurance training. Close supervision aims to minimize risks.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ day 0 and day 90
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~day 0 and day 90
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in muscle mass over time
Trial Design
3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: ResistanceExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Endurance ArmExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: Standard of CareActive Control1 Intervention
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Resistance Exercise
2017
Completed Phase 4
~880
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Who is running the clinical trial?
The Cleveland ClinicLead Sponsor
1,030 Previous Clinical Trials
1,365,518 Total Patients Enrolled
8 Trials studying Liver Cirrhosis
1,592 Patients Enrolled for Liver Cirrhosis
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have had a liver transplant.I am between 40 and 65 years old.I am not taking steroids or blood clot prevention drugs.I have not had a GI bleed in the last 4 weeks.I currently have cancer.My liver function score is between 5 and 10.I currently have an infection.I have severe swelling of veins in my esophagus.I have moderate swelling in my feet above the ankle.I don't have illnesses or take medications that affect my muscle mass, diabetes, or use blood thinners.I have not had hepatic encephalopathy in the last 6 months.My heart or lung condition is severe.My kidney function is very low or I am on dialysis.I have been diagnosed with cirrhosis.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Endurance Arm
- Group 2: Resistance
- Group 3: Standard of Care
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- 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
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Is the eligibility criteria for this trial inclusive of participants aged 35 or above?
"The aim of this study is to include participants that are between 40 and 75 years old."
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Who can partake in this experiment?
"To be considered for this clinical trial, applicants should have liver cirrhosis within the age range of 40 - 75. Currently, there are approximately 40 slots available."
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To what extent is enrollment for this trial progressing?
"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov reveals that the trial, initially published on April 11th 2022 and most recently updated on August 1st 2023, is still recruiting participants. Forty individuals are needed to be enrolled from one research site."
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Are there any open opportunities for participants to join this experiment?
"Affirmative. Accessible information on clinicaltrials.gov reports that this research endeavour, which was first introduced on April 11th 2022, is actively enrolling participants. 40 patients must be sourced from a single medical centre for the trial to begin."
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