Sorafenib in Patients with Hepatopulmonary Syndrome (SHPS): A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
Sponsor: |
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute |
Enrolling: |
Male and Female Patients |
Study Length: |
4 Months |
Clinic Visits: |
8 |
IRB Number: |
AAAM9201 |
U.S. Govt. ID: |
NCT02021929 |
Contact: |
Theresa Lukose: 212-305-3839 / tt2103@columbia.edu |
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and effects of a drug, sorafenib in adults diagnosed with hepatopulmonary syndrome (HPS). The study will evaluate how well the drug is tolerated and its effect on the level of oxygen in the blood and the function of the lung vessels. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either sorafenib or a placebo.
This study is closed
Investigator
Robert Brown, MD, MPH
Are you currently enrolled in a clinical trial? |
Yes |
No |
Do you currently have hepatic encephalopathy? |
Yes |
No |
Are you currently taking Coumadin? |
Yes |
No |