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In this study we would like to investigate whether repetitive allogeneic (lean donor) fecal transplantations can reduce liversteatosis and if so which (small) intestinal bacteria cause this inflammation in the liver resulting in subsequent chronic…
To investigate the origin of BA we will assess which TLR(s) is/are activated. To test the hypothesis that during development of BA and associated liver fibrosis there is a *leaky gut* and/or a change in microbiome we will use human material to…
To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of concentration controlled combination of once daily dosed low-dose sirolimus (trough levels: 3-5 ng/ml) and extended-release tacrolimus (trough levels:3-5 ng/ml), in order to provide superior renal function…
Based on the gaps in our knowledge (as stated above), we have formulated the following objectives:- To quantify the degree of hepatic fat accumulation and fibrosis in patients with HFI. - To gain more insight in the mechanism leading to NAFLD in…
To investigate FGF19 signalling and metabolic and functional consequences of a disturbed enterohepatic cycle in patients with obstructive cholestasis
Objectives: The objective of the study is to observe the sorbitol clearance and compare this to ICG clearance in different circumstances of normal and compromised liver blood flow.
The aim of this study is to compare the new (covered) TIPS stent with the standard treatment, local band ligation and/or sclerosing of the bleeding vessel under endoscopic guidance, in patients with acute bleeding of esophageal varices, with regard…
First, to demonstrate whether Lanreotide attenuates progression of the renal phenotype in ADPKD patients as measured by change in rate of renal function decline and change in renal volume. Second, to demonstrate whether Lanreotide modifies…
To investigate the use of a temporary peginterferon alpha-2a add-on strategy during entecavir therapy in patients with HBeAg-positive chronic hepatitis B by comparing the efficacy of this regimen versus entecavir monotherapy.To evaluate the long-…
A close correlation has been demonstrated between iron absorption and the capacity of gastric juice to release food iron. At high levels of gastric pH (>3,6), negligible amounts of non-haem iron would be released from dietary components and…
In the present study we aim to test the hypothesis that the reservoir of HEV in the Netherlands are animals that are bred for meat consumption. Therefore we want to compare the HEV seroprevalence in vegetarians and in people with a very low meat/…
Understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms that play a role in liver cirrhosis and its complications. For that aim, we want to study the functional and morphological intestinal epithelial barrier and microbiota of both small and large intestine…
To assess the bioequivalence of two marketed formulations of ribavirin (ribavirin solution and capsules).
The primary objective is to explore the association between peripheral T-cell activation and apoptosis and hepatic fibrosis in various underlying liver diseases. Secondary objectives are 1) to investigate whether level of T cell activation and…
The objective of this study is to investigate if the Thrombin Generation Curve has an additional, possible more accurate, value besides the conventional tests such as PT, APTT, INR, AT and the mearument of coagulationfactors for determining…
Analysis of volatile organic compounds in exhaled air as a non-invasive biomarker for liver diseases
To identify VOC profiles in exhaled air that are unique for specific liver diseases.
To determine metabolites and natural occurring peptides in urine by mass spectrometry in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma. This study is designed as a validation study; in a smaller study a spectrum of metabolites and natural occurring…
To evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of two concentration-controlled everolimus regimen in de novo liver transplant recipients at Month 36 post-transplantation.
The objective of this study is to gain insight in HIV infected children in the AMC in:.- the prevalence and clinical signs of livertoxicity - an association between the different compounds of combination anti-retroviral therapy (cART) and…
To investigate the potential beneficial effect of increasing protein in the diet in order to decrease hepatic lipid accumulation on a high-fat diet.