Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding Hepatitis B Virus Characteristics and Resistance

Official title: Molecular Characteristics of Hepatitis B Virus Integration, Mutation, and Drug Resistance

Run by Beijing Friendship Hospital · NCT06779864 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at people with chronic hepatitis B to see how the virus behaves and if it has any resistance to treatments, by comparing those on medication to those not receiving treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorBeijing Friendship Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 1, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 30, 2025
Study endsNovember 30, 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 17, 2025
Trial IDNCT06779864 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with a confirmed diagnosis of chronic hepatitis B who have complete clinical data and retained blood or liver tissue samples.

Probably not a fit

Patients without available blood or liver tissue samples will 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 observational study focuses on patients diagnosed with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) to analyze the molecular characteristics of the hepatitis B virus (HBV), including its integration, mutations, and drug resistance. Participants will be divided into two cohorts: one receiving antiviral treatment and monitored for HBV-related complications, and another assessed at a single time point without treatment. Blood and liver tissue samples will be collected to investigate HBV genotypes and their association with clinical outcomes. The goal is to enhance understanding of HBV's behavior and resistance patterns in different patient populations.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for chronic hepatitis B and better treatment outcomes for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on HBV characteristics, this specific approach focusing on integration and drug resistance is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with hepatitis B surface antigen positive.
* Patients who have complete demographic information, clinical data and retained blood samples or liver tissue samples

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subject who without blood samples or liver tissue samples

Where it's running

  • Beijing Friendship Hospital
    Beijing, Beijing 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.