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The MERLIN trial – Birmingham University

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Birmingham University is set to take part in a a new trial stromal cell immunotherapy for chronic liver disease.

Up to 56 patients are being recruited to take part in the MERLIN trial, which will investigate the safety and efficacy of a new cellular immunotherapy in patients with either Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) or Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH).

For further information, please use the following link: birmingham.ac.uk/news/lates...

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Ooo. I always love to read up on new and promising developments. Thanks for the post Richard. Going to check this out right now!

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AmericanDemocrat

Thanks for posting this new and relevant research project, Richard. And, I must say, that is one beautiful image of a healthy liver!

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Beture47

Let's hope the trails succeed

Medical science is amazing

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Candy12

Amazing new trials thanks for posting, science and those dedicated to it, is truly wonderful. Hope for those with immune issues I pray for it’s success. Perhaps one day PBC May be added.

Good morning Richard,

Thank you very much indeed for making us all aware of this new trial.

regards

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mncold

Thank you, Richard, for keeping us all updated on things.

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