Welcome to the Other Digestive System Studies Page
Are you the parent of a child with diagnosed or suspected cholestatic liver disease? Children between the ages of 0-17 may be able to participate in a research study to learn more about the causes and long-term effects of certain cholestatic liver diseases. Compensation provided.
Is your child between 6 months and 17 years old with a diagnosis of biliary atresia? Has your child had the Kasai procedure (surgery to improve bile flow)? If so, your child may be able to participate in a research study to learn more about the long term health of patients who have had the Kasai procedure. Participation by parents is voluntary. Compensation for transportation provided.
If your child has Alpha-1-Antitrypsin deficiency (ATD) and liver disease, he or she may be able to participate in a research study to find out if the drug carbamazepine (Tegretol®) can help to prevent or treat liver disease in people with ATD. Participants receive carbamazepine or a placebo for one year. Travel expenses compensated.
