Evaluating anticoagulation treatment for splanchnic vein thrombosis

Evaluation of Safety and Efficacy of Anticoagulation Treatment in Patients With Splanchnic Vein Thrombosis: SAPIENT Study

Observational Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · NCT06262750

This study is testing whether blood-thinning treatment is safe and effective for people with splanchnic vein thrombosis over a two-year period.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment170 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorFondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rome)
Trial IDNCT06262750 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the safety and efficacy of anticoagulation therapy in patients diagnosed with splanchnic vein thrombosis (SVT). Patients will be monitored for a minimum of 24 months to track the incidence of recurrent thrombosis and bleeding events during their treatment. The study will include both hospitalized and outpatient individuals, providing a comprehensive view of treatment outcomes. The research will begin upon patient referral to the center for SVT and will conclude at the 24-month follow-up or upon the occurrence of specific outcome events.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with a confirmed diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis involving splanchnic veins, regardless of liver cirrhosis status.

Not a fit: Patients with splanchnic vein tumor thrombosis or those without antithrombotic prophylaxis may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve treatment protocols for patients with splanchnic vein thrombosis, potentially reducing the risk of recurrent thrombosis and bleeding.

How similar studies have performed: While there may be existing studies on anticoagulation in other contexts, this specific focus on splanchnic vein thrombosis is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* age ≥ 18 years
* ability to provide informed consent;
* confirmed diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis involving splanchnic veins in liver cirrhosis (with or without hepatocarcinoma);
* confirmed diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis involving splanchnic veins in absence of liver cirrhosis (with or without portal cavernoma);
* pregnant patients will be eligible for inclusion in the study;
* ongoing anticoagulant treatment with vitamin K-antagonists (VKA), direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC), low molecular weight heparin (LMWH), fondaparinux

EXCLUSION CRITERIA

* splanchnic vein tumor thrombosis;
* absence of antithrombotic prophylaxis

Where this trial is running

Rome

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Splanchnic Vein Thrombosis
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