Collection of clinical specimens for pediatric liver disease research
Official title: Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
Run by Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University · NCT04477967 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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 |
|---|---|
| Ages | 1 Month to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 1, 2018 |
| Main results expected | January 1, 2021 |
| Study ends | July 1, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | July 20, 2020 |
| Trial ID | NCT04477967 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a 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.
✕Probably 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.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
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.
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 gone: While this biobank approach is not widely tested, similar biobanking efforts in other pediatric conditions have shown promise in advancing research.
Who can join: the full rules
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 it's running
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Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xiang Zheng
- Email: xiangzheng061@163.com
- Phone: 17723191712
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.