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Official title Vagus Nerve-guided Laparoscopic Splenectomy and Azygoportal Disconnection
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07462091
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of vagus nerve-guided laparoscopic splenectomy and azygoportal disconnection, and to assess its impact on postoperative digestive complications and quality of life.
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
You may be able to join if
- A clinical, radiological or histologic diagnosis of cirrhosis of any etiology
- Splenomegaly with secondary hypersplenism
- Bleeding portal hypertension
- No evidence of portal vein system thrombosis by ultrasound evaluation and angio-CT
- Informed consent to participate in the study
You likely can't join if
- Delayed gastric emptying
- Diarrhea
- Hepatocellular carcinoma or any other malignancy,
- Hypercoagulable state other than the liver disease related
- DRUGS- oral contraceptives, anticoagulation or anti-platelet drugs.
- Child - Pugh C
See the full eligibility criteria
- A clinical, radiological or histologic diagnosis of cirrhosis of any etiology
- Splenomegaly with secondary hypersplenism
- Bleeding portal hypertension
- No evidence of portal vein system thrombosis by ultrasound evaluation and angio-CT
- Informed consent to participate in the study
- Delayed gastric emptying
- Diarrhea
- Hepatocellular carcinoma or any other malignancy,
- Hypercoagulable state other than the liver disease related
- DRUGS- oral contraceptives, anticoagulation or anti-platelet drugs.
- Child - Pugh C
- Recent peptic ulcer disease
- History of Hemorrhagic stroke
- Pregnancy.
- Uncontrolled Hypertension
- Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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