Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 1 Month to 18

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.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages1 Month to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorChildren's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 1, 2018
Main results expectedJanuary 1, 2021
Study endsJuly 1, 2028
Registry record updatedJuly 20, 2020
Trial IDNCT04477967 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

  • Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
    Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.