New ultrasound technique could set the standard for healthy liver measurements
NCT ID NCT07714941
First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study aims to determine what healthy liver tissue looks like on two new types of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) measurements: attenuation imaging (ATI) and shear wave elastography (SWE). Researchers will enroll 100 adults who already need a diagnostic EUS for non-liver reasons and who have normal results on a standard FibroScan liver test. During the EUS, they will take additional ATI and SWE readings from the liver to establish preliminary normal reference values, which could help doctors better identify liver disease in the future.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could provide doctors with normal ranges for two new ultrasound-based liver measurements, potentially improving early detection of fatty liver disease and liver stiffness.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early feasibility study with only 100 participants, so the reference values may not apply to everyone. The measurements are also operator-dependent and may vary between centers.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for NON-HEPATOBILIARY INDICATIONS are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Study contacts
-
Contact
Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
Locations
-
AIG Hospitals
Hyderabad, Telangana, 500032, India
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
Contact
Contact
Contact