Clinical trials
Gallstone clinical trials
Below are recruiting gallstone clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 22 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04924868RecruitingPhase 3
Ursodeoxycholic acid to prevent gallstone pancreatitis returning
This trial tests whether ursodeoxycholic acid (a bile medicine) can help prevent complications from gallstone-related acute pancreatitis from coming back after you leave the hospital. It may help reduce repeat problems linked to gallstones, especially after an initial pancreatitis episode.
Santiago de Compostela, A coruñaAges 18 years+ - NCT05689255Recruiting
Study gut bacteria and gut chemistry after gallbladder treatment
This study looks at how your gut bacteria and gut chemical products change after treatment for gallstones. It may help researchers understand what drives symptoms and recovery after surgery and/or endoscopic procedures.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT07245108Recruiting
The Pro-Chol Study: Managing gallstones before surgery
This study looks at patients with uncomplicated gallstones who are scheduled for gallbladder removal surgery. It aims to improve care by comparing different approaches to managing your stones before surgery.
Copenhagen, BispebjergAges 18 years+ - NCT07517627Recruiting
Best timing for gallbladder surgery after bile duct stone removal
This study compares when to schedule gallbladder removal surgery after a procedure to clear stones from your bile duct. The goal is to find the safest and most effective timing for your treatment.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 14–70 - NCT07005752RecruitingPhase 4
CnU capsule for cholesterol gallstones
This trial tests if CnU capsules shrink cholesterol gallstones in people who have stones smaller than 15 millimeters. It aims to help people dissolve stones without surgery.
Ansan, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT03326154Recruiting
Improving quality of life after gallbladder removal
This study focuses on how people feel after having their gallbladder removed for painful, symptomatic gallstones. You may be asked to fill out questionnaires to compare quality of life after surgery and help researchers understand what recovery feels like for patients.
EspooAges 18 years+ - NCT05618626Recruiting
Lifestyle program to prevent fatty liver and heart disease
This trial tests whether a structured lifestyle program—focused on healthy living and resistance exercise—can help prevent fatty liver disease and heart-related problems. It may be helpful if you have early or mild fatty liver changes or risk factors, even if you also have gallstones.
Molina, Maule RegionAges 45–60 - NCT05732480Recruiting
Studying how gut bacteria affect gallstone disease
This study looks at gut bacteria (your microbiome) in people with gallstones to better understand what’s going on in the body. It includes adults having gallbladder removal surgery, and it may help researchers find better ways to predict or treat gallstone disease.
Ashford, KentAges 18 years+ - NCT06192719Recruiting
Study of gallbladder cancer, dysplasia, and gallstones
This trial is studying people with gallbladder cancer, abnormal cell changes (dysplasia), or gallstones. It aims to learn more about these conditions, possibly before or after treatment, or before gallbladder removal surgery.
SaltaAges 18 years+ - NCT06349863Recruiting
Dutch gallbladder inflammation snapshot study
This study looks at how patients with gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) are treated in the Netherlands. It aims to gather information on current practices and outcomes to help improve care for future patients.
Nieuwegein, UtrechtAges 18–120 - NCT06656299Recruiting
Nerve block for gallbladder removal surgery
This study tests a nerve block called EOIB to see if it helps reduce pain after gallbladder removal surgery. If you are having planned gallbladder surgery, this might be a good option for you.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06699030Recruiting
Diet therapy to pass tiny gallstones
This trial tests whether a special diet can help pass tiny gallstones (smaller than 2 mm) out of your gallbladder without surgery. It might be a good option if you have very small stones and want to avoid more invasive treatments.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18–70 - NCT06816615Recruiting
Treating gallstones and bile duct problems through the skin
This trial tests a new way to diagnose and treat gallstones or bile duct narrowing without surgery, using a needle through the skin (percutaneous treatment). It is for people whose condition could not be fixed with an endoscope.
Bologna, BOAges 18 years+ - NCT06824506Recruiting
Ultrasound for lung issues after low-flow anesthesia
This trial tests if using ultrasound to check the lungs during low-flow anesthesia can help prevent breathing problems after gallbladder surgery. It may help doctors spot lung issues earlier and adjust care.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT06926374Recruiting
Robotic surgery for gastrointestinal and urologic conditions
This trial tests a new robotic surgery system for common operations on the colon, rectum, prostate, kidney, bladder, stomach, esophagus, gallbladder, and hiatal hernia. It may offer a less invasive option for patients who need surgery for these conditions.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT07119203Recruiting
Robot vs standard keyhole gallbladder surgery for non-cancerous disease
This trial is comparing two types of keyhole surgery for removing the gallbladder: one done with a robot and the other with standard laparoscopic tools. The goal is to find out which technique leads to a better recovery and fewer complications for people with non-cancerous gallbladder problems like gallstones or polyps.
PortsmouthAges 18 years+ - NCT07307703Recruiting
TENS for pain and anxiety after gallbladder surgery
This trial tests whether TENS, a mild electrical therapy, can reduce pain and anxiety after gallbladder removal. If you are having planned gallbladder surgery and are in good health, you may be able to participate.
Niğde, AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07421011RecruitingPhase 1
Comparing two forms of a drug for healthy volunteers
This study tests two different versions of a drug called Trimedat to see if they work the same way in the body. It is for healthy volunteers to understand how the drug is absorbed and if it is safe.
Saint PetersburgAges 18–45 - NCT07453186Recruiting
Ultrasound scans before weight loss surgery
This trial tests if two types of ultrasound scans can help see the gallbladder and liver better in people scheduled for weight loss surgery. It may lead to safer procedures.
EsbjergAges 18 years+ - NCT07480785Recruiting
Nerve stimulation plus 3 anti-nausea drugs for surgery nausea
This trial tests whether combining a gentle electrical nerve stimulation technique (called TEAS) with three standard anti-nausea medicines can better prevent nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic surgery in women at high risk. If you qualify, you would receive the stimulation plus the medicines, or the medicines alone, to see which works best.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT07522385Enrolling by invitation
Endoscopic ultrasound treatment for gallstones while keeping gallbladder
This study tests a minimally invasive procedure that uses ultrasound guidance to create a small opening between your gallbladder and stomach or small intestine, allowing gallstones to pass without removing your gallbladder. It may help if you have symptoms from gallstones but want to preserve your gallbladder.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT06409741Enrolling by invitation
Preventing gallbladder attacks after pancreatitis without surgery
This trial tests whether a procedure using an endoscope (a thin, flexible tube) can help prevent future gallbladder problems in people who have had pancreatitis from gallstones but cannot have surgery.
Alicante, AlicanteAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for gallstone?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 22 recruiting gallstone studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a gallstone trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a gallstone trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.