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Official title Acquisition of Cardiac Function Parameters in MRI and Echocardiography in Patients with Ethyltoxic Liver Cirrhosis and Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPSS) Placement
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06814990
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this clinical trial is to investigate the development of cardiac decompensation following transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPSS) implantation in order to draw conclusions for future treatment methods or exclusion criteria prior to TIPS implantation. The main questions to be answered are: How often do symptoms of cardiac decompensation develop over a one year period?
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Who can take part
Ages 18 to 99
You may be able to join if
- Age 18 to 99 years
- Written informed consent of the patient
- Decompensated liver cirrhosis, defined by clinical, imaging or laboratory criteria
- Patient receives an elective TIPSS in the appropriate clinical context at the JUH
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy
- Implants not suitable for magnetic resonance imaging
- Medical/personal reasons against magnetic resonance imaging (claustrophobia, patient cannot lie flat or follow breathing commands)
- Patient in critical condition or incompliant
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Jena, Thuringia, Germany
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 to 99 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Jena, Thuringia, Germany. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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