Research on Liver Disease After Heart Surgery

Fontan Associated Liver Disease and the Evaluation of Biomarkers for Disease Severity Assessment

Recruiting Observational Study
Congenital Heart Disease
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 100
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
100 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults who have had the Fontan procedure and are at risk for liver disease. Participants will undergo tests and procedures to help understand liver scarring and find new treatments.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years of age or older
  • I have had the Fontan procedure
  • I was part of a previous liver disease study
  • I have had a heart test or liver biopsy in the last ten years
  • I have been approved by the NIH cardiology team
  • I have been approved by the NIH anesthesia team

You may not be able to join if

  • I have another type of liver disease that can cause cirrhosis
  • I currently have active Hepatitis B
  • I currently have Hepatitis C
  • I have been diagnosed with liver cancer
  • I have a severe allergic reaction to contrast
  • I have substance abuse issues in the past year
  • I am pregnant
  • I cannot give written consent for participation

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Background: In Fontan Associated Liver Disease (FALD), congestion of blood in the liver causes cirrhosis. This condition can cause death. Researchers want to understand what triggers this process and find new treatments for it. Objective: To understand how long-term congestion of blood in the liver causes liver scarring that eventually leads to cirrhosis. Eligibility: People aged 18 and older…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Male and female subjects \>= 18 years of age. 2. Past surgical history of Fontan procedure. 3. Prior enrollment in the Liver Diseases Branch protocol 91DK0214 4. Un…
Contacts

Elenita M Rivera, R.N.

(301) 435-6125

erivera@cc.nih.gov

CONTACT

Theo Heller, M.D.

(301) 402-7147

theoh@intra.niddk.nih.gov

CONTACT