Quick MRI could outshine ultrasound for liver cancer detection
NCT ID NCT04539717
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares a shortened MRI scan to the standard ultrasound for detecting liver cancer in 820 adults with liver cirrhosis. Researchers will also check if blood markers can help spot cancer early. The goal is to see if the faster MRI is more accurate and cost-effective for routine screening.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, 90048, United States
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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