Stopping Liver Cancer Linked to Metabolic Syndrome
Prevention of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Related to Metabolic Syndrome
['FUNDING_P01'] · BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE · NIH-11146333
This work aims to find better ways to prevent liver cancer in people who have fatty liver disease caused by metabolic issues.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11146333 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Liver cancer is a growing concern, especially for people with fatty liver disease related to metabolic problems. This project seeks to understand the risk factors and protective measures for this type of liver cancer. We are using information and samples from a large group of patients with cirrhosis to develop tools that can predict who is most at risk. The goal is to identify individuals early so that prevention strategies can be put into place.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research would be adults aged 21 and older with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) and cirrhosis.
Not a fit: Patients whose liver cancer is not related to metabolic syndrome or fatty liver disease may not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to identify individuals at high risk for liver cancer and offer them preventative treatments or closer monitoring.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific combination of approaches here is novel, previous research has shown success in using patient data and biomarkers to predict disease risk.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: EL-SERAG, HASHEM B — BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: EL-SERAG, HASHEM B
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.
Conditions: Alcoholic Liver Diseases