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Primary Biliary Cholangitis clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 16 Primary Biliary Cholangitis clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 30 countries (most in China (7), Italy (4), United States (4)). By phase: Phase 3 (5), Phase 2/3 (2), Phase 2 (1), Phase 4 (1). The most active sponsors are Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases (3), Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris (2), Gilead Sciences (2). There are also 3 NIH-funded research projects on Primary Biliary Cholangitis, with $1.7 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 16Clinical trials
- 3NIH research projects
- 30Countries
Newest Primary Biliary Cholangitis clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Seladelpar and Cilofexor in Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) | Phase 2 | Colorado Springs, Colorado and 3 other locations | Recruiting | Sep 25, 2026 |
| Austrian PBC Registry | — | Klagenfurt, Carinthia and 10 other locations | Recruiting | May 20, 2026 |
| Biochemical response and health outcomes in people with primary biliary cholangitis | — | Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality | Recruiting | Mar 4, 2026 |
| Saroglitazar Magnesium for PBC with incomplete UDCA response or intolerance | Phase 3 | Lakewood Rch, Florida | Recruiting | Feb 20, 2026 |
| CS0159 for primary biliary cholangitis when UDCA doesn't work or isn't tolerated. | Phase 3 | Hefei, Anhui and 41 other locations | Recruiting | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Saroglitazar Magnesium-V as add-on therapy for primary biliary cholangitis | Phase 3 | Marietta, Georgia and 2 other locations | Recruiting | Oct 14, 2025 |
| LEOPARD: Predicting liver transplant dropout with AI in European patients | — | Ghent, Belgium and 7 other locations | Recruiting | Dec 9, 2024 |
| Collecting data to improve liver transplantation predictions | — | Vienna and 52 other locations | Recruiting | Nov 5, 2024 |
| Using Fenofibrate to treat Primary Biliary Cholangitis | Phase 2/3 | Xi'an, Shaanxi | Recruiting | Apr 15, 2024 |
| Evaluating Seladelpar for Primary Biliary Cholangitis with Cirrhosis | Phase 3 | Birmingham, Alabama and 217 other locations | Recruiting | Sep 25, 2023 |
All recruiting trials (16)
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Seladelpar and Cilofexor in Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
This study tests whether combining seladelpar with cilofexor helps people with primary biliary cholangitis more than seladelpar alone or placebo.
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Austrian PBC Registry
This registry follows adults with primary biliary cholangitis in Austrian centers to see how the disease develops over time and how biomarkers relate to complications and symptoms.
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Biochemical response and health outcomes in people with primary biliary cholangitis
We will follow adults with primary biliary cholangitis who are taking ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) to see if their alkaline phosphatase levels after treatment predict how long they stay free of complications.
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Saroglitazar Magnesium for PBC with incomplete UDCA response or intolerance
This study tests whether Saroglitazar Magnesium can help people with primary biliary cholangitis who still have high alkaline phosphatase despite UDCA or cannot take UDCA.
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CS0159 for primary biliary cholangitis when UDCA doesn't work or isn't tolerated.
This test tries to see if taking CS0159 once daily helps adults with primary biliary cholangitis who have an inadequate response to or cannot tolerate UDCA.
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Saroglitazar Magnesium-V as add-on therapy for primary biliary cholangitis
This trial tests whether Saroglitazar Magnesium-V, compared with placebo, can improve long-term clinical outcomes in adults with primary biliary cholangitis who are on UDCA.
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LEOPARD: Predicting liver transplant dropout with AI in European patients
This project tests new AI-based models to predict which liver transplant candidates are at highest risk of dropout or death while on the waitlist.
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Collecting data to improve liver transplantation predictions
This study is trying to use AI to better predict which liver transplant candidates are at risk of dropping out of the waitlist, so that more people can get fair access to transplants across Europe.
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Using Fenofibrate to treat Primary Biliary Cholangitis
This study tests if Fenofibrate can safely help people with Primary Biliary Cholangitis manage their liver condition over a long time.
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Evaluating Seladelpar for Primary Biliary Cholangitis with Cirrhosis
This study is testing if a new medication called Seladelpar can help adults with Primary Biliary Cholangitis and cirrhosis feel better and improve their liver health.
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Program to find patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis who have been lost to follow-up
This program is trying to find and help patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis who have fallen out of regular care to improve their health and treatment outcomes.
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Combining fenofibrate with ursodeoxycholic acid for treating primary biliary cholangitis
This study is testing if adding fenofibrate to the usual treatment with ursodeoxycholic acid can help people with primary biliary cholangitis who aren't getting better with just ursodeoxycholic acid.
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Fenofibrate treatment for patients with compensated cirrhosis and primary biliary cholangitis
This study is testing if fenofibrate can help people with compensated cirrhosis caused by primary biliary cholangitis feel better when added to their current treatment.
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National database for patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis in Italy
This study is creating a national database for people in Italy with Primary Biliary Cholangitis to better understand the disease and improve treatment options.
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Reducing medication regimen for UDCA in PBC patients
This study is testing if lowering the dose of a medication called UDCA can still help people with Primary Biliary Cholangitis who are doing well on their current treatment.
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Swiss Primary Biliary Cholangitis Cohort
This project will collect medical information and yearly blood samples from adults in Switzerland with primary biliary cholangitis to help understand its course and outcomes.
NIH-funded research (3)
Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.
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Role of MAIT Cells in Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
This grant investigates how MAIT immune cells contribute to the autoimmune liver disease PBC and what that means for future therapies.
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P2RY8 in liver blood vessel cells and B cells in autoimmune liver disease
This grant explores how a liver blood-vessel cell signal (P2RY8) might influence B cells and antibodies in primary biliary cholangitis, a liver autoimmune disease.
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Understanding the causes of Primary Biliary Cholangitis
This study is looking into how Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) works in the body, focusing on the immune system and environmental influences, to help create better, personalized treatments for people living with this liver disease.
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Quick answers
How many Primary Biliary Cholangitis clinical trials are recruiting right now?
16, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 30 countries. The most sites are in China (7 trials), Italy (4 trials), United States (4 trials), Austria (3 trials), Belgium (3 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 3: 5, Phase 2/3: 2, Phase 2: 1, Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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