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The Loss of Muscle Tissue in Liver Transplant Patients

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About this study

Diagnosing sarcopenia using modalities that can be used in routine clinical care is important. Our study will aim to assess the efficacy of the sarcopenia model. If results from this model are highly correlated to the gold standard, CT, then its use will allow for assessment of sarcopenia in routine clinical care.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

A multicentre study and will include all patients who have received a Liver Transplant at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Kymberly Watt, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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