Evaluating nutrition in patients with cirrhosis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on assessing the nutritional status of patients diagnosed with hepatic cirrhosis. It aims to gather data on how cirrhosis affects nutrition and the potential role of branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) in this context. Participants will be evaluated based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure a relevant study population. The findings could provide insights into nutritional interventions for improving health outcomes in these patients.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* signed informed consent
* age \>18, \<75 years old
* hepatic cirrhosis diagnosis

Exclusion Criteria:

* refuse to participate/to give consent
* presence of musculo-skeletal disease previous diagnosed, neuropathic diseases, malignancy

Where it's running

• Suumc
  Bucharest, București - Sector1, Romania Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Sandica Bucurica
• Email: bucuricasandy@yahoo.com
• Phone: 0213193051

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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.