Albumin for better thinking in liver disease
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests if weekly albumin infusions can improve thinking problems (called hepatic encephalopathy) in people with cirrhosis. You may be eligible if you have cirrhosis, some memory or concentration issues, and have been taking lactulose or rifaximin for at least a month.
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Who can take part
- You are over 18 years old.
- You have cirrhosis (confirmed by a biopsy, scan, or certain lab results).
- You have mild thinking or memory problems (like trouble with attention or slow thinking).
- You have been taking lactulose or rifaximin for at least one month to control hepatic encephalopathy.
- Your albumin level in the blood is below 4 g/dL.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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