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National Liver Cancer Screening Trial

Carcinoma, Hepatocellular Β· Liver Cancer Β· Liver Cirrhosis

The National Liver Cancer Screening Trial is an adaptive randomized phase IV Trial comparing ultrasound-based versus biomarker-based screening in 5500 patients with cirrhosis from any etiology or patients with chronic hepatitis B infection. Eligible patients will be randomized in a 1:1 fashion to Arm A using semi-annual ultrasound and AFP-based screening or Arm B using semi-annual screening using GALAD alone. Randomization will be stratified by sex, enrolling site, Child Pugh class (A vs. B), and HCC etiology (viral vs. non-viral). Patients will be recruited from 15 sites (mix of tertiary care and large community health systems) over a 3-year period, and the primary endpoint of the phase IV trial, reduction in late-stage HCC, will be assessed after 5.5 years.

Philadelphia, PA18–85 yrsAll genders
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Cholate Clearance in Fontan and Heart Failure

Fontan Β· Right Heart Failure

The goal of this study is to use the HepQuant dual cholate clearance assay, which has been shown to measure liver function in people with known chronic liver conditions, to assess severity of Fontan-associated liver disease (FALD). This study aims to understand the role impaired blood flow to the liver plays in liver function in Fontan patients compared to patients with right heart failure and healthy controls. The study will also determine whether cholate clearance is a good measure to use in this population, and whether it will be able to predict clinical outcomes. Participants will undergo a HepQuant dual cholate clearance assay and a cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at the beginning of the study, and then data on health status will be collected for 5 years.

Philadelphia, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Endoscopic Ultrasound Shear Wave Elastography Study

MASLD Β· MASH Β· Fibrosis, Liver

This study shall be a prospective, multicenter, single arm, consecutive, interventional study conducted in a post-market setting using commercially available devices. Consecutive, eligible patients with clinical suspicion of MASLD or MASH reporting for an endoscopic ultrasound and liver biopsy for evaluation of fibrosis will be enrolled. EUS Shear Wave Elastography and Attenuation Imaging technologies will be compared to liver biopsy and FibroScan results and other non-invasive fibrosis screening modalities . The data collected during this study will be evaluated in accordance with the procedures set forth in the protocol. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are: * Establish optimal cutoffs for EUS-SWE in reference to liver biopsies staging system for liver fibrosis * Evaluate the diagnostic performance of EUS-SWE compared to FibroScan (VCTE) and to other non-invasive fibrosis screening modalities (screening scores). Participants will undergo: * Endoscopic Ultrasound with Shear Wave Elastography (SWE) and Attenuation Imaging (ATI) * Liver biopsy * FibroScan

Danville, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Y-90 Treatment Response Using Transarterial Radioembolization

HCC Β· Hepatocellular Carcinoma Β· Liver Cancer

This prospective clinical study will examine the ability of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) to assess the treatment response of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) to transarterial radioembolization (TARE). HCC is the third leading cause of cancer mortality worldwide and the single fastest growing cause of cancer mortality in the United States. TARE is recommended for 15-25% of HCC patients. Treatment response is generally evaluated using contrast-enhanced CT or MRI 1-2 months and 4-6 months post-TARE. Although TARE is an effective therapy, assessment of treatment response using CT/MRI is challenging because CT/MRI frequently diagnoses tumor response as equivocal or non-progressing for up to 6 months post-TARE based on LI-RADS criteria. This delay in diagnosing tumor viability subsequently delays needed retreatment and can even serve as a barrier to transplantation. Our prior work in HCC locoregional therapy has shown CEUS provides improved sensitivity in detecting viable tumor following transarterial chemoembolization relative to traditional CT/MRI. Therefore, the investigators propose to evaluate both qualitative and quantitative CEUS as a tool for evaluating HCC post-TARE at similar time points of clinically recommended cross-sectional imaging, while also investigating the role of Kupffer phase imaging. The investigators plan to enroll a total of 30 patients scheduled for TARE of a treatment naΓ―ve HCC over an 18-month period, allowing for a minimum of 6 months follow up. Patients will undergo a CEUS examination within two weeks of their first two clinically indicated CT/MRI exams (obtained at Jefferson 1-2 months and 4-6 months post TARE). In patients retreated prior to their 4-6 month MRI, CEUS may also be performed in the absence of the MRI at this time point but prior to retreatment. Patients will be recruited across six major hospitals within the Jefferson Health Enterprise. Those eligible for participation will be identified by project co-investigators and contacted by the study coordinator to discuss participation and to explain the study. The patient will be given time to consider the risks and benefits of the study and ask questions about participation. If agreeable, the patient will then arrange with the project coordinator to come to Jefferson's center city campus to sign consent and take part in the research study.

Philadelphia, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Testing Pump Chemotherapy in Addition to Standard of Care Chemotherapy Versus Standard of Care Chemotherapy Alone for Patients With Unresectable Colorectal Liver Metastases: The PUMP Trial

Metastatic Colorectal Carcinoma Β· Metastatic Malignant Neoplasm in the Liver Β· Stage IV Colorectal Cancer AJCC v8

This phase III trial compares hepatic arterial infusion (HAI) (pump chemotherapy) in addition to standard of care chemotherapy versus standard of care chemotherapy alone in treating patients with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver (liver metastases) and cannot be removed by surgery (unresectable). HAI uses a catheter to carry a tumor-killing chemotherapy drug called floxuridine directly into the liver. HAI is already approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in metastatic colorectal cancer to the liver, but it is only available at a small number of hospitals, and most of the time it is not used until standard chemotherapy stops working. Standard chemotherapy drugs work in different ways to stop the growth of tumor cells, either by killing the cells, by stopping them from dividing, or by stopping them from spreading. Adding HAI to standard chemotherapy may be effective in shrinking or stabilizing unresectable colorectal liver metastases.

Allentown, Erie +more, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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A Master Protocol of Multiple Agents in Adults With Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (SYNERGY-Outcomes)

Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease

The main purpose of the SYNERGY-OUTCOMES study is to find out whether retatrutide and tirzepatide can prevent major adverse liver outcomes (MALO) in people with high-risk metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The study will enroll adults who have MASLD based on non-invasive tests (NITs), which indicate they are more likely to develop MALO. Participants will be randomly assigned within a Master Protocol to receive either retatrutide (N1T-MC-RT01), tirzepatide (N1T-MC-TZ01) or placebo. The trial plans to enroll about 4,500 adults and will run for approximately 224 weeks. Participants may have up to approximately 25 to 30 clinic visits throughout the study to monitor their health, complete study procedures, and assess liver function and disease progression. Once the study is complete, eligible participants may participate in an optional 2-year extension study, in which all participants will receive either retatrutide or tirzepatide, even if they received placebo in the main study.

Flourtown, Philadelphia +more, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Observational Study of Adults and Adolescents With Erythropoietic Protoporphyria (EPP) and X-linked Porphyria (XLP)

Erythropoietic Protoporphyria (EPP) Β· X-Linked Porphyria (XLP)

The purpose of this study is to collect information about the effects of EPP/XLP in adults and adolescents. This is an observational study in which participants will not receive any treatment. Study details include: * The study duration will be up to 6 months for each participant. * After Screening, participants will have a Baseline (Day 1) visit and return for visits every 4 weeks through 24 weeks. * Assessments to evaluate EPP/XLP will include clinical laboratory tests, physical exams, vital signs measurement, blood draws for PPIX concentration, reporting of EPP/XLP-related symptoms (including completion of a daily diary), light dosimetry.

Philadelphia, PA12+ yrsAll genders
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Long-Term SafEty and Clinical Outcomes of LivmArli in Patients in the United States (LEAP-US)

Alagille Syndrome Β· Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis

The objective of this 5-year, prospective, observational cohort study is to evaluate the long-term safety and clinical outcomes of patients with Alagille syndrome (ALGS) or Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) treated with Livmarli.

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, PAAll agesAll genders
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Study of RP2 in Combination With Second-line Therapy in Patients With Locally Advanced or Metastatic HCC

Hepatocellular Carcinoma Β· Biliary Tract Cancer

The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy and safety of RP2 in combination with atezolizumab plus bevacizumab (Cohorts 1a and 1b) and RP2 monotherapy (Cohort 2) in the as second line treatment in patients with locally advanced unresectable, recurrent, and/or metastatic HCC and in combination with durvalumab as treatment in patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic BTC.

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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LIVERAGEβ„’ - Cirrhosis: A Study to Test Whether Survodutide Helps People With a Liver Disease Called NASH/MASH Who Have Cirrhosis

Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis

This study is open to adults who are at least 18 years old and have: * A confirmed liver disease called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) or * A confirmed liver disease called metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) * BMI of 27 kg/m2 or more or * 25 kg/m2 or more if the participant is Asian. People with a history of other chronic liver diseases or high alcohol intake cannot take part in this study. The purpose of this study is to find out whether a medicine called survodutide helps people with NASH or MASH improve their liver function. Participants are put into 2 groups randomly, which means by chance. 1 group gets survodutide and 1 group gets placebo. Placebo looks like survodutide but does not contain any medicine. Each participant has twice the chance of getting survodutide. Participants and doctors do not know who is in which group. Participants inject survodutide or placebo under their skin once a week. All participants regularly receive counselling to make changes to their diet and to exercise regularly. Participants are in the study for up to 4 and a half years. During this time, they visit the study site or have a remote visit by video call every 2, 4 or 6 weeks for about a 1 year and 5 months. After this time participants visit the trial site or have a remote visit every 3 months until the end of the study. The doctors check participants' health and take note of any unwanted effects. The participants' body weight is regularly measured. At some visits the liver parameters are measured using different imaging methods. The participants also fill in questionnaires about their symptoms. The results are compared between the groups to see whether the treatment works.

Flourtown, Hershey +more, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis in Children

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Β· Liver Diseases Β· Cholangitis, Sclerosing

Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a rare liver disease that damages the liver's bile ducts. Bile ducts are tiny tubes that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine. Bile is a liquid produced by the liver that helps us absorb and use the nutrients in the food we eat. In people with PSC, the bile backs up into the liver and will damage it, causing scarring of the liver. The purposes of this study are to: * Collect medical and other data to learn more about PSC, how it progresses, and identify factors that may cause the disease to progress more quickly. * Ask questions about how PSC symptoms affect your child's life to learn more about its impact on your child's daily functioning * Children with PSC who are seen at one of the participating clinical sites in the Childhood Liver Disease Research Network (ChiLDReN) will be asked to contribute information, DNA, and other specimens. The information and specimens will be available to investigators to carry out approved research aimed at learning more about the possible causes and long-term effects of PSC.

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, PA2–25 yrsAll genders
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Testing LiverWatch, a Home-Based Remote-Monitoring Intervention for Advanced Liver Disease

Cirrhosis, Liver Β· End Stage Liver DIsease Β· Symptoms and Signs

Remote healthcare monitoring for cirrhosis has shown promise in overcoming barriers to accessing specialty care, improving healthcare quality, and reducing mortality. The LiverWatch study is investigating whether a remote nutrition, physical activity, and education intervention can improve health outcomes in those with cirrhosis. In this clinical trial, individuals will be randomized to either enhanced usual care or the LiverWatch intervention. Both groups are given fitbits and asked to increase their step counts. Those in the Liverwatch group will be incentivized for increase their physical activity while also undergoing a personalized nutrition intervention and weekly symptom monitoring and cirrhosis education.

Philadelphia, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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A Study to Assess Adverse Events and Change in Disease Activity of Intravenously (IV) Infused ABBV-324 in Adult Participants With Hepatocellular Cancer (HCC) or Squamous-Cell Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (LUSC)

Hepatocellular Cancer Β· Squamous-Cell Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

HCC is a common cancer worldwide and a leading cause of cancer-related death. Lung cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in the world, and the leading cause of cancer deaths. The purpose of this study is to assess adverse events and change in disease activity when ABBV-324 is given to adult participants to treat hepatocellular cancer (HCC) or squamous-cell non-small cell lung cancer (LUSC). ABBV-324 is an investigational drug being developed for the treatment of HCC and LUSC. Study doctors put the participants in groups called arms. Each arm receives ABBV-324 alone (monotherapy) or a comparator drug, lenvatinib followed by a safety follow-up period. Approximately 232 HCC or LUSC will be enrolled in the study in approximately 45 sites worldwide. In the dose escalation stage participants will be treated with increasing intravenous (IV) doses of ABBV-324 until the dose reached is tolerable and expected to be efficacious. In the dose optimization stage participants will receive ABBV-324, or a comparator of oral lenvatinib. The study will run for a duration of approximately 6.5 years. There may be higher treatment burden for participants in this trial compared to their standard of care. Participants will attend regular visits during the study at an approved institution (hospital or clinic). The effect of the treatment will be frequently checked by medical assessments, blood tests, questionnaires and side effects.

Philadelphia, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Phase III Study of Rilvegostomig in Combination With Bevacizumab With or Without Tremelimumab as First-line Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Hepatocellular Carcinoma

This is a Phase III, randomised, open-label, sponsor-blinded, 3-arm, multicentre, global study assessing the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig in combination with bevacizumab with or without tremelimumab compared to atezolizumab in combination with bevacizumab. This study will be conducted in participants with advanced HCC who are not amenable to curative therapy or locoregional therapy

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, PA18+ yrsAll genders
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Molecular Basis of Pediatric Liver Cancer

Childhood Liver Cancer Β· Liver Malignant Tumors Β· Embryonal Sarcoma of Liver (Disorder)

The purpose of this retrospective and prospective project is to understand the molecular and genetic basis of liver cancer of childhood. Understanding the molecular and genetic bases of liver cancers can offer a better classification based on tumor biology, mechanisms and predisposition.

Pittsburgh, PA0–99 yrsAll genders
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