Collection of clinical specimens for pediatric liver disease research
Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
This study is collecting samples from children with severe liver disease who are getting liver transplants to help improve our understanding and treatment of pediatric liver conditions in the future.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Month to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality) |
| Trial ID | NCT04477967 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to create a biobank that systematically collects clinical specimens from children diagnosed with end-stage liver disease who are undergoing liver transplantation. The collected specimens will be used to support future research and development related to pediatric liver diseases. The study is observational and does not involve any interventions, focusing instead on gathering valuable data for long-term analysis. The goal is to enhance understanding and treatment options for pediatric liver conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children diagnosed with end-stage liver disease who are scheduled for liver transplantation at the participating hospital.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a reliable means of follow-up or lack fixed contact information may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this biobank could significantly advance research and treatment options for children with end-stage liver disease.
How similar studies have performed: While this biobank approach is not widely tested, similar biobanking efforts in other pediatric conditions have shown promise in advancing research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Children diagnosed with end-stage liver disease. 2. Liver transplantation in our hospital. 3. informed patient consent. 4. long-term follow-up in our hospital. Exclusion Criteria: No fixed contact information, difficult to follow up the patients.
Where this trial is running
Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality
- Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University — Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xiang Zheng
- Email: xiangzheng061@163.com
- Phone: 17723191712
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.