Clinical trials · Chicago, IL
Liver Transplant clinical trials in Chicago
We’re tracking 13 recruiting liver transplant studies with a site in or near Chicago — including Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Chicago
- NCT06698146Recruiting
Liver transplant for colorectal cancer that spread to the liver
This trial tests a special approach for colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver: first removing the liver tumor, then doing a partial liver transplant, and later removing more liver tissue. The goal is to see if this can help people who otherwise have limited options.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT03193151Recruiting
Microarray testing to guide care after liver transplant
This study looks at how special lab tests from tiny tissue samples (microarrays) could help guide diagnosis and treatment in people who receive a liver transplant. It may help doctors better understand what’s going on and choose care more accurately.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07665372Recruiting
Liver transplant from donors with HIV for people with HIV
This study tests whether giving people with HIV a liver from an HIV-positive donor is safe and works well. It looks at infections, cancer risks, and long-term health after transplant.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06075745RecruitingPhase 2
CMV Vaccine Study for Liver Transplant Candidates
This trial tests a vaccine to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people awaiting a first liver transplant. You may be eligible if you have never been infected with CMV and are scheduled to receive a liver transplant within the next 1 to 12 months.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04613921Recruiting
Liver transplant study for severe worsening liver failure
This study looks at when liver transplant is offered and what outcomes happen in people with cirrhosis who have severe “acute-on-chronic” worsening. It may help doctors decide which patients benefit most from transplant and improve care after listing or not listing.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–80 - NCT03228290Recruiting
Liver transplant care study using patient function check
This study looks at how people with liver disease function day to day, especially around liver transplant care. It may help improve how doctors assess readiness and recovery needs.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT02081755Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Everolimus after liver transplant to lower liver cancer return
This trial studies whether everolimus, a transplant medicine, can safely reduce the chance that liver cancer comes back after liver transplant. It compares how well the treatment works while carefully monitoring side effects and safety.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07335601RecruitingPhase 2
Resmetirom for liver health after transplant in MASH patients
This trial tests an experimental drug, resmetirom, to see if it can help people who have had a liver transplant for MASH and now have fatty buildup in their new liver. It may also help people who had a transplant for other reasons but developed fatty liver afterward. The study focuses on those with moderate to advanced liver scarring (F2-F3).
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT07549503RecruitingPhase 2
Liver Transplant Immune Changes Study
This research study tracks early signs of immune system changes in children who received a liver transplant 3–7 years ago and are doing well. By studying blood and liver samples, researchers hope to better understand how to prevent rejection and improve long-term transplant survival.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3–13 - NCT06950788Recruiting
Glucose changes in cirrhosis patients around liver transplant
This study looks at how the body processes sugar (glucose) in people with cirrhosis who are waiting for a liver transplant. It aims to track changes in blood sugar control before and after transplant, which may help improve care for patients with liver disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT06280950RecruitingPhase 2
Lowering immunosuppression after liver transplant with everolimus
This study tests whether adding the drug everolimus can safely reduce the amount of tacrolimus (an anti-rejection medicine) needed after a first liver transplant. This may help protect your kidneys while still preventing organ rejection.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT01644903Recruiting
Checking biomarkers after a liver transplant
This study follows people who are getting a liver transplant (including repeat transplants) to monitor changes in their body using test results. It may help doctors understand how patients are doing after transplant and improve care over time.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06832189RecruitingPhase 1
Testing everolimus and epoetin for liver transplant tolerance
This trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, everolimus and epoetin, can help liver transplant recipients gradually reduce their anti-rejection medicines. If successful, it may lead to long-term transplant tolerance with fewer side effects.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Chicago
Institutions with a site for the recruiting liver transplant studies listed above.
- Northwestern University · 7 studies
- University of Chicago Medicine · 2 studies
- Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Northwestern University (Site #: 71110)
- Northwestern University School of Medicine
- Northwestern University-Comprehensive Transplant Center
- Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
- University of Chicago Medical Center
What taking part in a liver transplant study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting liver transplant studies in Illinois.
Common questions
- Are there liver transplant clinical trials near Chicago?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 13 recruiting liver transplant studies with a site near Chicago, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a liver transplant study near Chicago?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Chicago to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Chicago, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a liver transplant trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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