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Cirrhoses, LiverLPSHNCT07205471

Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy for Hypersplenism in Liver Cirrhosis Patients

A study testing Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy in people with Cirrhoses, Liver and Splenectomy; Status, run by Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital at 1 site in China.

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Trial summary

In this study,the researchers compared the changes in immune function-related indicators in patients with liver cirrhosis following laparoscopic partial splenectomy,to determine whether this surgical intervention can enhance postoperative immune function and thereby improve patient outcomes. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
Conditions the study is for
Cirrhoses, Liver, Splenectomy; Status, Partial
What is being tested?
Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy
Type of treatment
Surgery or procedure
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
30 participants
Where
1 siteChina
Study dates
24 Sep 2025to 24 Sep 2028
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • A clinical, radiological or histologic diagnosis of cirrhosis of any etiology
  • Splenomegaly with secondary hypersplenism
  • gastroesophageal variceal bleeding
  • Informed consent to participate in the study

Who cannot join

  • Hepatocellular carcinoma or any other malignancy,
  • Child-Pugh grade C
  • Recent peptic ulcer disease
  • History of Hemorrhagic stroke
  • Pregnancy.
  • Uncontrolled Hypertension
  • Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

China1 site, 1 recruiting
  • Clinical Medical College of Yangzhou University

    Yangzhou, Jiangsu, 225001

    Guo-Qing Jiang, MS, 86-514-87373372, jgqing2003@hotmail.com

    Dou-Sheng Bai, MD, 86-514-87373375, bdsno1@hotmail.com

    Recruiting

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About this study

Official title: The Clinical Efficacy of Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy for Hypersplenism in Liver Cirrhosis Patients

In this study,the researchers compared the changes in immune function-related indicators in patients with liver cirrhosis following laparoscopic partial splenectomy,to determine whether this surgical intervention can enhance postoperative immune function and thereby improve patient outcomes.

Read the detailed description

Patients meeting the study's inclusion criteria were enrolled, and their baseline demographic data were collected. Eligible patients were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to two groups: the laparoscopic splenectomy group and the laparoscopic partial splenectomy group, using a computer-generated randomization sequence. Following comprehensive preoperative preparation, all surgeries were performed by the same surgical team. The laparoscopic partial splenectomy technique involved preserving the short gastric vessels and the splenic suspensory ligament, with resection conducted along the demarcation line.

Postoperatively, all patients received standardized care from the same nursing team, followed by a uniform treatment protocol that included pharmacotherapy, additional therapeutic interventions, and follow-up assessments. Throughout the treatment period, monitoring was performed preoperatively and at 7 days, 1, 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively. The parameters monitored included routine blood tests, liver function, coagulation profile, immune function, and hemodynamics of the portal vein, proper hepatic artery, and splenic vein.Additionally, indocyanine green (ICG) clearance tests were performed at 3, 6, and 12 months to assess liver function.

Being tested
Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy
Keywords
Cirrhosis, Splenectomy, Laparoscopy, immune function, partial
Medical subject headings
Fibrosis

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Laparoscopic Partial SplenectomyProcedure or surgery

    The laparoscopic partial splenectomy technique involved preserving the short gastric vessels and the splenic suspensory ligament, with resection conducted along the demarcation line.

Study groups in NCT07205471
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
laparoscopic splenectomyNo interventionPatients in this arm undergo the standard laparoscopic splenectomy procedure, which serves as the active comparator. The entire spleen is removed after careful dissection and ligation of the splenic hilum.
laparoscopic partial splenectomyExperimentalThe laparoscopic partial splenectomy technique involved preserving the short gastric vessels and the splenic suspensory ligament, with resection conducted along the demarcation line.
Receives: Procedure: Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change in Humoral Immune Markers from Baseline to 6 Months Postoperation

    Serum levels of immunoglobulins (IgG, IgA, IgM), complement proteins (C3, C4), and B-cell markers (CD19, CD20) will be measured. The primary outcome is the change in these markers from preoperative baseline to 6 months after surgery.

    Measured: Baseline (preoperative) and 6 months postoperation

  2. Platelet Count at 6 Months Postoperation

    Platelet count (×10⁹/L) will be measured and compared between the two surgical groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  3. White Blood Cell Count at 6 Months Postoperation

    White blood cell count (×10⁹/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  4. Hemoglobin Level at 6 Months Postoperation

    Hemoglobin concentration (g/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  5. Blood Flow Velocity of the Portal Vein at 6 Months Postoperation

    Blood flow velocity (cm/s) in the portal vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  6. Vascular Diameter of the Portal Vein at 6 Months Postoperation

    Vascular diameter (mm) of the portal vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  7. Blood Flow Velocity of the Splenic Vein at 6 Months Postoperation

    Blood flow velocity (cm/s) in the splenic vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  8. Vascular Diameter of the Splenic Vein at 6 Months Postoperation

    Vascular diameter (mm) of the splenic vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  9. Indocyanine Green Retention Rate at 15 Minutes (ICG R15) at 6 Months Postoperation

    Indocyanine green retention rate at 15 minutes (%), a measure of liver function, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

  10. Incidence of Portal Venous System Thrombosis within 6 Months Postoperation

    The number of participants with newly developed thrombosis in the portal venous system, confirmed by imaging, will be recorded and compared.

    Measured: 6 months postoperation

Secondary outcomes (26)
  1. Comparison of Humoral Immune Marker Levels at 7 Days Postoperation

    Serum levels of key humoral immune markers (including but not limited to IgG, IgA, IgM, C3, C4, CD19, CD20) will be compared between the laparoscopic partial splenectomy group and the total splenectomy group at 7 days after surgery.

    Measured: 7 days postoperation

  2. Comparison of Humoral Immune Marker Levels at 3 months Postoperation

    Serum levels of key humoral immune markers (IgG, IgA, IgM, C3, C4, CD19, CD20) will be compared between the two groups at this time point

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  3. Platelet Count at 3 Months Postoperation

    Platelet count (×10⁹/L) will be measured and compared between the two surgical groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  4. Platelet Count at 12 Months Postoperation

    Platelet count (×10⁹/L) will be measured and compared between the two surgical groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  5. Platelet Count at 1 Month Postoperation

    Platelet count (×10⁹/L) will be measured and compared between the two surgical groups.

    Measured: 1 month postoperation

  6. Comparison of Humoral Immune Marker Levels at 1 Month Postoperation

    Serum levels of key humoral immune markers (IgG, IgA, IgM, C3, C4, CD19, CD20) will be compared between the two groups at this time point.

    Measured: 1 month postoperation

  7. Comparison of Humoral Immune Marker Levels at 12 Months Postoperation

    Serum levels of key cellular immune markers (CD4, CD16, CD56, CD35) will be compared between the two groups at this time point.

    Measured: 12 Months postoperation

  8. White Blood Cell Count at 1 Month Postoperation

    White blood cell count (×10⁹/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 1 month postoperation

  9. White Blood Cell Count at 3 Months Postoperation

    White blood cell count (×10⁹/L) will be compared between groups

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  10. White Blood Cell Count at 12 Months Postoperation

    White blood cell count (×10⁹/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  11. Hemoglobin Level at 1 Month Postoperation

    Hemoglobin concentration (g/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 1 month postoperation

  12. Hemoglobin Level at 3 Months Postoperation

    Hemoglobin concentration (g/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  13. Hemoglobin Level at 12 Months Postoperation

    Hemoglobin concentration (g/L) will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  14. Blood Flow Velocity of the Portal Vein at 3 Months Postoperation

    Blood flow velocity (cm/s) in the portal vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  15. Blood Flow Velocity of the Portal Vein at 12 Months Postoperation

    Blood flow velocity (cm/s) in the portal vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  16. Vascular Diameter of the Portal Vein at 3 Months Postoperation

    Vascular diameter (mm) of the portal vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  17. Vascular Diameter of the Portal Vein at 12 Months Postoperation

    Vascular diameter (mm) of the portal vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  18. Blood Flow Velocity of the Splenic Vein at 3 Months Postoperation

    Blood flow velocity (cm/s) in the splenic vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  19. Blood Flow Velocity of the Splenic Vein at 12 Months Postoperation

    Blood flow velocity (cm/s) in the splenic vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  20. Vascular Diameter of the Splenic Vein at 3 Months Postoperation

    Vascular diameter (mm) of the splenic vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  21. Vascular Diameter of the Splenic Vein at 12 Months Postoperation

    Vascular diameter (mm) of the splenic vein, measured by Doppler ultrasound, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  22. Indocyanine Green Retention Rate at 15 Minutes (ICG R15) at 3 Months Postoperation

    Indocyanine green retention rate at 15 minutes (%), a measure of liver function, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 3 months postoperation

  23. Indocyanine Green Retention Rate at 15 Minutes (ICG R15) at 9 Months Postoperation

    Indocyanine green retention rate at 15 minutes (%), a measure of liver function, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 9 months postoperation

  24. Indocyanine Green Retention Rate at 15 Minutes (ICG R15) at 12 Months Postoperation

    Indocyanine green retention rate at 15 minutes (%), a measure of liver function, will be compared between groups.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  25. Incidence of Portal Venous System Thrombosis within 12 Months Postoperation

    The number of participants with newly developed thrombosis in the portal venous system, confirmed by imaging, will be recorded and compared.

    Measured: 12 months postoperation

  26. Incidence of Postoperative Complications within 30 Days

    The number of participants experiencing complications (e.g., bleeding, infection, pancreatic fistula) will be compared using the Clavien-Dindo classification or similar.

    Measured: 30 days postoperation

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted3 Oct 2025
  2. Study start24 Sep 2025
  3. Primary completion24 Sep 2028 (estimated)
  4. Study completion24 Sep 2028 (estimated)

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
30 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07205471
Sponsor's protocol ID
YZUC-014
Acronym
LPSH
Status last verified
Sep 2025
First submitted
14 Sep 2025
Last updated
3 Oct 2025
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy in people with Cirrhoses, Liver and Splenectomy; Status, run by Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital at 1 site in China.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Oct 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in China. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Guo-Qing Jiang (+8651487373382, jgqing2003@hotmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Change in Humoral Immune Markers from Baseline to 6 Months Postoperation (time frame: Baseline (preoperative) and 6 months postoperation). The study lists 10 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Oct 2025.

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