Improving care for patients with alcohol-related liver disease undergoing liver transplant
4/4: The INTEGRATE Study: Evaluating INTEGRATEd care to Improve Biopsychosocial Outcomes of Early Liver Transplant for Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease
This study is looking at how better teamwork in healthcare can help people with alcohol-related liver disease who are getting a liver transplant, focusing on what helps them get referred for the transplant and how to support their recovery and sobriety afterward.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908450 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how integrated care can enhance the outcomes for patients with alcohol-associated liver disease who are undergoing early liver transplant. It aims to identify the factors that influence referrals for early liver transplant and develop models to predict patient-centered outcomes. The study will incorporate biopsychosocial measures to better understand the needs of diverse populations and evaluate how integrated care approaches can support patients in achieving abstinence from alcohol. By addressing these gaps, the research seeks to improve the overall care and recovery of patients post-transplant.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with alcohol-associated liver disease who are being considered for early liver transplant.
Not a fit: Patients with liver disease not associated with alcohol or those who are not candidates for liver transplant may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved survival rates and quality of life for patients with alcohol-associated liver disease undergoing liver transplant.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with integrated care approaches for managing alcohol use disorders, suggesting potential for success in this study.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mellinger, Jessica Leigh — Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Mellinger, Jessica Leigh
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.