Computer coach for doctors aims to tame fatty liver epidemic
NCT ID NCT07382349
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether an electronic decision-support system can help primary care doctors and specialists better manage patients with metabolic-dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The tool will prompt doctors to refer high-risk patients to liver specialists and order appropriate tests for those at intermediate risk. The trial will enroll 7200 adults across multiple clinics to see if the system improves care and outcomes.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 7,200 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jul 2026
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2030
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients (age ≥ 18 years) * Outpatient clinic visit (in-person or telemedicine) at a participating clinic site * Demonstrated Screening Need due to High Risk Profile, which includes the following: Diagnostic Codes for MASLD or Hepatic Steatosis on Imaging PLUS at least one cardiometabolic risk factors; OR Chronically Elevated Liver Enzymes (\> 6 months); OR patient with impaired glycemic control (prediabetes/diabetes); OR 2 or more cardiometabolic risk factors present Exclusion Criteria: * Solid Organ Transplant Recipient * Existing Hepatology Relationship Evidenced by Prior Hepatology Visit Within 3 Years * Active Cancer Diagnoses * Diagnoses for Alcohol-Related Conditions * Pregnant Individuals * Receiving Palliative Care Services
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Conditions
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How to take part
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
RECRUITINGNashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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