Comparing two TIPS techniques to prevent variceal rebleeding in cirrhosis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a slightly smaller TIPS stent (underdilated) against the standard size to see which is better at preventing another variceal bleed in people with cirrhosis and liver scarring. It aims to find the safest way to lower pressure in the veins while reducing side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You have been diagnosed with cirrhosis (scarring of the liver)
- You have had severe bleeding from enlarged veins in the esophagus or stomach, or a high risk of rebleeding
- You are scheduled to receive a TIPS procedure (a stent placed in the liver to lower blood pressure)
- You do not have other causes of portal hypertension (like a blocked liver vein or a clot in the main portal vein)
- You do not have active cancer or a serious infection
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