NAFLD study: E-trigger
Official title NAFLD Clinical Care Pathway
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06671886
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the new care pathway increases how often Veterans are diagnosed with fatty liver disease and referred for treatment, compared to usual care.
- Who it's for
- Veterans who may have fatty liver disease, especially those with obesity or diabetes.
- What's involved
- Participants will have their medical records scanned by the system, receive risk scores, and their primary care providers will get education on diagnosis and treatment. No new medication or tests are required from the patient.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts the usual care period for each participant; no extra visits or tests are required beyond routine care.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT) at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
You likely can't join if
- The investigators will exclude PACTs with unstable leadership (i.e., pending departure, vacancy) at time of randomization
- PACTs participating in the focus groups in Aim 1 will be excluded in Aim 2 to avoid cross contamination
- PACTs who do not treat NAFLD
- PACTs not located at the main hospital
- PACTs with less than 100 visits within 3 months
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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