πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2025-07-30

90Y Transarterial Radioembolization Versus Microwave Ablation in Small Hepatocellular Carcinoma With Hypoalbuminemia (NCT05953961)

Randomized Study of Therapshere 90-Yittrium Transarterial Radioembolization Versus Microwave Ablation in Small Hepatocellular Carcinoma With Hypoalbuminemia

🟒 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic βš™οΈ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Ochsner Health System

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This clinical trial will compare 1-year outcomes in patients with hypoalbuminemia and a new diagnosis of small, early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who are candidates for both 90-Yittrium Therasphere transarterial radioembolization (90Y) and microwave ablation (MWA). The study will determine whether treatment with 90Y lowers the risk of disease progression within the first year after diagnosis. Participants will be randomized to receive either first cycle 90Y or MWA and then proceed with standard of care.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Ochsner Main Campus β€” New Orleans, Louisiana

Age range: 18 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Ochsner Main Campus β€” New Orleans, Louisiana

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (504) 842-1936

Email: ken.bode@ochsner.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—