New MRI scan could spare liver patients from painful needle procedure
NCT ID NCT07554183
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special 4D-flow MRI can accurately measure blood flow and pressure in the liver without needing an invasive catheter. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with cirrhosis and compare MRI results to the standard pressure test. If it works, this could make diagnosis safer and more accessible for patients with portal hypertension.
What this could mean
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Active substance
4D-flow MRI with gadolinium contrast
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a non-invasive way to diagnose and monitor portal hypertension, reducing the need for risky catheter procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage diagnostic study with only 60 participants. The MRI technique may not prove accurate enough to replace the current gold standard, and results may not apply to all cirrhosis patients.
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Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière
Paris, 75013, France
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