New stent method to reduce brain fog after TIPS procedure
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a modified stent placement technique during TIPS (a procedure to lower blood pressure in the liver) to see if it helps prevent confusion and memory problems that can happen afterward.
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Who can take part
- You have liver cirrhosis (scarring of the liver).
- You have had bleeding from veins in your throat or stomach, or have built up fluid in your belly that is hard to treat.
- You are scheduled to have a TIPS procedure.
- You have not had a TIPS or other surgery that changes liver blood pressure before.
- You have never had episodes of confusion or severe sleepiness due to liver disease.
- You do not have advanced cancer or major organ failure.
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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