Acute Hepatitis in Children Study
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial is for children and teens (0–17 years) who are in the hospital or emergency department with acute hepatitis (sudden liver inflammation). The study aims to learn more about the condition and how to best treat it.
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Who can take part
- Age 0 to 17 years old
- Currently in the hospital or emergency department
- Diagnosed with acute hepatitis (sudden liver inflammation)
- No known long-term liver disease like cirrhosis
- Not a newborn with jaundice from indirect bilirubin only
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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