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Prehabilitation for Patients Awaiting Liver Transplantation

Liver Transplantation | Cirrhosis, Liver | Frailty

This study will assess the feasibility, safety and effectiveness of a structured prehabilitation program combining exercise training, nutritional optimization and psychological support for patients with cirrhosis awaiting liver transplantation.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    ALL

  • Eligible Ages:

    18 and up

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age above 18 years
* Diagnosis of cirrhosis, based on a combination of clinical, laboratory, imaging, or histology
* Active on the liver transplant waiting list of the MUHC

Exclusion Criteria:

* Biological Model for End Stage Liver Disease \>20
* Hepatic decompensation within the last month
* High risk varices not on primary or secondary prevention
* Recurrent large volume paracentesis
* Persistent hepatic encephalopathy
* Platelets \<20,000/µL, or hemoglobin \<80g/L
* Altered hemodynamics
* Significant heart disease
* Awaiting combined organ transplantation
* Awaiting repeat liver transplantation
* Condition limiting mobilization and/or exercise, or recurrent falls

Study Location

McGill University Health Centre
McGill University Health Centre
Montréal, Quebec
Canada

Contact Study Team

Primary Contact

Amine Benmassaoud, MD

[email protected]
5149341934
Backup Contact

Olivia Geraci

[email protected]
5149341934
Study Sponsored By
McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: NCT05237583