Clinical trials
Hepatectomy clinical trials
Below are recruiting hepatectomy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 42 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04365751Recruiting
Microwave ablation versus surgery for liver cancer
This trial compares two ways to treat hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer): microwave ablation and laparoscopic hepatectomy (keyhole liver surgery). It may help find which option works better for tumor control and recovery in people with limited, non-spread cancer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05062837RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Surgery plus two drugs for advanced liver cancer
This trial combines surgery to remove liver tumors with two drugs, camrelizumab (an immunotherapy that helps your immune system fight cancer) and apatinib (a targeted therapy that may cut off the tumor's blood supply). It aims to see if this combination helps people with advanced liver cancer that has spread outside the liver (but not to the brain) and who have chosen not to have other standard treatments like TACE or radiation. Participating could potentially control the spreading cancer and improve outcomes.
NanningAges 18–75 - NCT06470256RecruitingPhase 1
Surgery plus targeted therapy and immunotherapy for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests if removing the main liver tumor with surgery, followed by targeted therapy and immunotherapy, can help people with advanced liver cancer that has spread a little. It is for those who have not had prior treatment and whose liver is still working well.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT03488953Recruiting
Two-step liver surgery using a living donor transplant
This study looks at a specialized liver transplant approach using a living donor, for people with colorectal cancer that has spread only to the liver and cannot be removed by standard surgery. It’s meant for cases where chemotherapy has helped stop or shrink the tumors, to improve the chance of successful treatment.
JenaAges 18 years+ - NCT07727759Recruiting
CT scan to predict liver failure after surgery
This trial uses special CT scans to create a map of your liver's blood vessels before surgery. The goal is to predict if your liver might fail after part of it is removed, so doctors can better plan your care.
Minya, Minya GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT06594289Recruiting
Liver surgery trial with special blood flow control
This trial tests a new way to control blood flow during laparoscopic liver surgery. It compares two methods to see which is safer and more effective for patients with certain liver conditions.
Guangzhou, China/GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT07634549RecruitingPhase 4
Plant-based albumin for low blood protein after liver surgery
This trial tests a new protein treatment made from rice to help patients recover from low blood protein levels that sometimes occur after liver surgery. The treatment may help your body heal better after the procedure.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT07537569Recruiting
Pre-surgery health check for older adults with liver cancer
This study evaluates a special health assessment designed for patients aged 70 and older who are having surgery to remove liver cancer. The goal is to help doctors better prepare older patients for surgery and improve their outcomes.
Roma, RMAges 70 years+ - NCT07295262RecruitingEarly Phase 1
New imaging to guide liver cancer surgery
This trial tests a new imaging technique that uses a special dye combined with a chemotherapy drug to help surgeons see and remove liver cancer more precisely during surgery. It is for people with a first-time, single liver tumor that is small and can be surgically removed.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06950827Recruiting
Recovery after right liver surgery for liver cancer
This trial looks at how well patients do after surgery to remove the right half of the liver for a specific type of liver cancer. It helps doctors understand what leads to the best recovery after this operation.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06769776Recruiting
Drain vs no drain after liver donation surgery
This study compares recovery in living liver donors who either get a surgical drain placed or do not. The goal is to see if skipping the drain leads to better outcomes.
Faridabad, HaryanaAges 18–55 - NCT03368651RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a pre-surgery infusion to improve liver cancer outcomes
This trial tests whether giving medicine directly into the liver blood vessels before surgery can improve survival for people with liver cancer that has a blockage (tumor in the portal vein). It compares this approach plus surgery versus surgery alone in a randomized study.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06205472RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation after liver cancer surgery with narrow margins
This trial tests whether adding a type of radiation (SIB radiotherapy) after liver cancer surgery can improve outcomes for patients whose tumors were removed with very narrow clear margins (less than 1 cm). It may help reduce the chance of cancer coming back in the remaining liver.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT03432806Recruiting
Looking at tissue samples to guide colon cancer treatment
This study collects tissue, blood, and imaging samples from people having surgery for colon cancer or related liver tumors, to learn more about the disease and potentially improve future treatments.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06406244Recruiting
TEAS for chronic pain after liver surgery
This trial tests whether a gentle, needle-free electrical stimulation on certain points on the body (called TEAS) can help reduce chronic pain after liver surgery and improve long-term survival. It may be a good option if you are scheduled for a liver removal and want to explore non-drug pain relief.
ChengduAges 18–80 - NCT07811687Recruiting
Liver and spleen surgery for liver cancer with cirrhosis
This study tests whether removing part of the liver along with the spleen during laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery helps improve liver function and the immune system in people with liver cancer and cirrhosis. If you qualify, you may have better surgical outcomes and recovery.
Yangzhou, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT06341270Recruiting
Electric acupressure for pain after liver surgery
This trial tests if a gentle electric stimulation on the skin (TEAS) can reduce pain and speed up recovery after liver surgery. The treatment is non-invasive and may be an alternative to pain medicines.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–80 - NCT06559761Recruiting
Imaging to predict liver cancer aggressiveness after surgery
This study looks at whether special scans can help doctors better predict how aggressive a person's liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) will be, especially right after surgery. If you are planning to have surgery to remove the tumor as your first treatment, this trial might be a good fit.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07760038Recruiting
Phycocyanin for liver protection before partial liver removal
This trial tests whether phycocyanin, a natural supplement, can protect the liver before and after surgery to remove part of the liver. It is for people with a type of bile duct cancer who are already getting chemotherapy and other treatments before surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07715500Recruiting
MRI of Bile Ducts in Living Liver Donors
This study uses an MRI scan to look at the bile ducts in healthy people who want to donate part of their liver. The goal is to see if the scan can help predict and prevent bile duct problems for the person receiving the liver.
New DelhiAges 18–55 - NCT07718126RecruitingPhase 4
Pre-surgery rehab for obese liver donors with MASLD using Mazdutide
This trial tests if a medicine called Mazdutide can help overweight living liver donors who have a fatty liver condition (MASLD) lose weight and improve their liver health before donating part of their liver. It aims to make the donation safer and more successful.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–60 - NCT05830136Recruiting
Bicarbonate fluid during laparoscopic liver surgery
This trial tests whether giving a specific salt-water fluid (sodium bicarbonate in Ringer’s solution) during laparoscopic liver surgery can improve safety or outcomes. You may be eligible if you’re an adult planning this type of minimally invasive liver operation and can provide consent.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT05887661Recruiting
Personalized low-volume blood pressure care during laparoscopic liver surgery
This study looks at a customized blood-pressure and fluid strategy to help patients during laparoscopic liver tumor removal. It may help reduce complications related to blood loss and organ stress during surgery.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT06720883Recruiting
Robot-assisted surgery for bile duct cancer
This study tests whether robot-assisted surgery is safe and effective for people with perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (a type of bile duct cancer). It may be a good fit for patients whose cancer has not spread and who are healthy enough for major surgery.
PadovaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hepatectomy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 42 recruiting hepatectomy 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 hepatectomy 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 hepatectomy 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.
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