Monitoring Glucose Levels in Cirrhosis Patients Before and After Transplant
Changes in Glucose Tolerance in Patients With Cirrhosis Peri-Liver Transplant
Recruiting
Observational Study
Cirrhosis, Liver
Diabetes Mellitus Risk
Transplant; Failure, Liver
Transplant-Related Disorder
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 75
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 60 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Chicago · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults with cirrhosis who are being evaluated for a liver transplant. Participants will wear a device to monitor their glucose levels and undergo tests before and after the transplant.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with cirrhosis.
- I am over 18 years old.
- I can understand and sign a consent form.
You may not be able to join if
- I cannot give consent.
- I have a device that cannot be removed or turned off.
- I am pregnant.
- I am currently incarcerated.
- I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes more than 5 years ago.
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
The goal of this observational study is to establish risk factors for post-transplant in adult individuals with cirrhosis without diabetes undergoing liver transplant evaluation.
The question being addressed is: can laboratory work, anthropometric tests, functional tests, imaging, and advanced measurements such as wrist actigraphy, continuous glucose monitoring, or oral glucose tolerance testing …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients presenting to liver transplant clinic with a diagnosis of cirrhosis.
* Age \>18 yrs.
* Ability to understand and sign written consent form, or have a legally-authorized representative or proxy who can be approached for consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients without …
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