Heparin to prevent organ failure in acute pancreatitis
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests if giving the blood thinner heparin early in acute pancreatitis can prevent organs from failing. It looks at whether heparin helps reduce serious complications and improve recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You have a confirmed diagnosis of acute pancreatitis (sudden belly pain, high enzyme blood tests, or imaging signs).
- You must come to the hospital and start the study within 24 hours of your symptoms beginning.
- You must not already have organ failure when the study starts.
- You cannot have bleeding problems, low blood platelets, or be taking blood thinners for other conditions.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding, and you must agree to participate.
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