Heart scans could help doctors treat kidney problems in liver disease patients
NCT ID NCT02097784
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether a heart ultrasound (echocardiography) can help doctors better manage liver cirrhosis patients who also develop sudden kidney injury. Researchers examined 28 patients to see how their heart function related to their kidney problem. The goal was to improve diagnosis and avoid treatments that might be harmful for certain patients.
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Hospices Civils de Lyon - Hôpital de la Croix-Rousse
Lyon, 69004, France
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