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New treatment option for NAFLD
Official title NAFLD Clinical Care Pathway
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06671886
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a new condition that has become the most common chronic liver disease in the world and a main cause of liver cirrhosis, liver failure and liver cancer. Obesity and diabetes, conditions that are very common among Veterans are the main risk factors for NAFLD.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT) at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
You likely can't join if
- The investigators will exclude PACTs with unstable leadership (i.e., pending departure, vacancy) at time of randomization.
- PACTs participating in the focus groups in Aim 1 will be excluded in Aim 2 to avoid cross contamination.
- PACTs meeting the following criteria will be excluded from randomization in Aim 2:
- PACTs who do not treat NAFLD,
- PACTs not located at the main hospital,
- PACTs with less than 100 visits within 3 months.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.