Using stem cells to treat end-stage liver disease

Efficacy and Safety of Different Frequencies of Human Umbilical Cord-mesenchymal Stem Cells Through Peripheral Vein in Patients with End-stage Liver Disease

NA · General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region · NCT06242405

This study is testing if giving people with end-stage liver disease one or two infusions of stem cells can improve their liver function.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment92 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorGeneral Hospital of Shenyang Military Region (other)
Locations1 site (Shenyang, Liaoning)
Trial IDNCT06242405 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effects of different frequencies of umbilical cord-mesenchymal stem cell infusions in patients with end-stage liver disease (ESLD). Ninety-two participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a single or double infusion of stem cells through a peripheral vein. The study aims to evaluate various liver function parameters, including liver enzymes and scores related to liver disease, at 24 weeks post-infusion. The goal is to determine whether multiple infusions provide better outcomes than a single infusion.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-80 diagnosed with end-stage liver disease who can provide informed consent.

Not a fit: Patients with liver tumors, those who have undergone liver transplantation, or individuals with severe cardiopulmonary diseases may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve liver function and quality of life for patients with end-stage liver disease.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with stem cell infusions for liver conditions, suggesting that this approach may be effective.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 1. 18-80 years old
* 2. End-stage liver disease
* 3. Signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1. Tumours of the liver or other organs
* 2. Liver transplantation recipients
* 3. Acute myocardial infarction, acute heart failure, type I and type II respiratory failure, pulmonary embolism, acute cerebral infarction, acute cerebral haemorrhage and other serious cardiopulmonary diseases
* 4. Other diseases that may seriously affect the survival
* 5. Human immunodeficiency syndrome
* 6. Interferon or glucocorticoid therapy within 1 year
* 7. Treated for mental illness
* 8. Participation in other clinical trials within 30 days
* 9. Pregnant or breastfeeding subjects
* 10. Allergic asthma, allergic urticaria, eczema, or a history of multiple drug and food allergies
* 11. Other circumstances that are unsuitable for participation in this study

Where this trial is running

Shenyang, Liaoning

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.

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Conditions: End-Stage Liver DIsease, cirrhosis, end-stage liver diseases, umbilical cord-mesenchymal stem cells, randomized controlled trial

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.