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confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.75
Galectin reports 68.1% reduction in new varices with belapectin in U.S. patients from NAVIGATE trial
GALECTIN THERAPEUTICS INC
- Per-protocol U.S. patients (n=186): 68.1% reduction in new varices with belapectin 2 mg vs placebo (p=0.02).
- New prevalence estimate: ~3 million U.S. adults with MASH cirrhosis and clinically significant portal hypertension.
- Top-line composite endpoint missed statistical significance in ITT (N=355); completer analysis had 49.3% reduction (p=0.04 revised).
- Full analysis ongoing; additional 36-month data expected by end of Q1 2025.