Spots Global Cancer Trial Database for Observational Study of Biomarker During Liver Surgery
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Trial Identification
Brief Title: Observational Study of Biomarker During Liver Surgery
Official Title: Autophagy in Liver Injury: Changes in Autophagy Biomarkers During Liver Surgery
Study ID: NCT02102971
Interventions
Study Description
Brief Summary: The investigators would like to study whether Sirtuin 1 (SIRT1) plays a cytoprotective role in liver ischemia/reperfusion, and ultimately to develop therapeutic strategies to improve hepatic function of patients with liver diseases.
Detailed Description: If asked to participate in this research study, it is because a liver resection/liver transplantation surgery has been scheduled. During the procedure a small section will be collected for additional testing of Sirtuin 1. In addition, information concerning the liver disease, laboratory and pathology results after surgery will be collected by the investigators.
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Eligibility
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligible Ages: ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: ALL
Healthy Volunteers: No
Locations
UF Health, Gainesville, Florida, United States
Contact Details
Name: Jae-Sung Kim, PhD
Affiliation: University of Florida
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
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