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NAVIGATE trial: belapectin 2mg significantly reduces new varices in MASH cirrhosis patients
GALECTIN THERAPEUTICS INC
- In per-protocol, belapectin 2mg reduced new varices incidence at 18 months (p=0.04) vs placebo.
- Liver stiffness measure improved -12.3% mean change for belapectin 2mg vs -3.1% for placebo.
- Fewer subjects on belapectin showed worsening LSM >30% or >10 kPa (p=0.03 for 2mg, p=0.02 for 4mg).
- Safety profile comparable to placebo: no drug-related SAEs, no DILI, similar discontinuation rates.
- U.S. subgroup showed significant varices reduction with belapectin 2mg (p=0.02).
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