Observational study on vascular liver diseases

Vienna Vascular Liver Disease Study: Characterization of Patients With Vascular Liver Disease - a Registry With Biobank

Medical University of Vienna · NCT03541057

This study looks at the causes and effects of different vascular liver diseases to see how they impact patients and what new tests might help in their treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 100 Years
SexAll
SponsorMedical University of Vienna (other)
Locations1 site (Vienna)
Trial IDNCT03541057 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to systematically investigate the epidemiology, risk factors, liver function, and prognosis of patients with various vascular liver diseases, including portal vein thrombosis and Budd-Chiari syndrome. It will assess important clinical parameters to evaluate patients' coagulation status and develop new biomarkers from blood, urine, stool, or ascites, as well as histological samples. The study will also track the natural history of these conditions, focusing on hepatic decompensation and the need for intensified treatment.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 to 100 diagnosed with vascular liver diseases such as portal vein thrombosis or Budd-Chiari syndrome.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of vascular liver disease or are unwilling to provide informed consent may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of vascular liver diseases, potentially enhancing patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on a specific cohort of vascular liver diseases, similar observational studies have shown success in understanding complex liver conditions and their management.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of a vascular liver disease by imaging (sonography, CT, MRI), transient elastography or liver histology
* PVT: Portal vein thrombosis
* NCPH: non-cirrhotic Portal Hypertension
* PSVD: porto-sinusoidal vascular disorder
* BCS: Budd-Chiari-Syndrome
* SOS: sinusoidal occlusive disease
* HHT: hereditary hemorrhagic teleangiectasia
* CIRCAD: cirrhosis cardiaque
* Age \>18 years and \<100 years
* Written informed consent obtained

Exclusion Criteria:

- withdrawal of written informed consent

Where this trial is running

Vienna

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Vascular Liver Disease, Portal Vein Thrombosis, Budd-Chiari Syndrome, Non-Cirrhotic Portal Hypertension, Rendu Osler Weber, Cardiac Cirrhosis, Porto-sinusoidal Vascular Disorder

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.