New method to measure liver regrowth after surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to measure how well your liver grows back and heals after part of it is removed. The goal is to predict and prevent complications after surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled to have surgery to remove part of your liver
- You are able to understand and sign a consent form
- You are 18 years or older
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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