Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Improving care for patients with liver cirrhosis in Alberta

Official title: Cirrhosis Care Alberta (CCAB): A Pragmatic Type II Hybrid Effectiveness Implementation Trial Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Standardized Order Set

Run by University of Alberta · NCT04149223 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new program to improve care for people with liver cirrhosis in Alberta to help them stay healthier and reduce hospital visits.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment3975 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Alberta
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Edmonton, Alberta)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 1, 2019
Main results expectedJuly 1, 2026
Study endsJuly 1, 2026
Registry record updatedAugust 21, 2025
Trial IDNCT04149223 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this program are adults over 18 years old with a clinical diagnosis of cirrhosis.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have a diagnosis of cirrhosis will not benefit from this program.

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

What this trial studies

The Cirrhosis Care Alberta program is a three-year initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of care for patients with liver cirrhosis. This program addresses the high rates of hospital readmissions by implementing a comprehensive care bundle that includes evidence-based management, patient and caregiver education, and provider training. By coordinating care across multiple providers and focusing on the complex needs of these patients, the initiative seeks to reduce acute care utilization and improve overall patient satisfaction. The program will also facilitate better transitions between hospital and home settings.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly improve the quality of life and health outcomes for patients with cirrhosis.

How similar studies have gone: This approach is novel and has not been tested in this specific format, although similar quality improvement initiatives have shown promise in other settings.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults (great than 18 years of age) with a clinical diagnosis of cirrhosis (confirmed by compatible radiology, histology or fibroscan)
* Admitted to a study hospital site

Exclusion Criteria

o Adult patients who do not have cirrhosis

Where it's running

  • University of Alberta
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
    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.