New EUS needle test could predict deadly liver bleeding
NCT ID NCT04633356
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new method using an endoscope with ultrasound to measure pressure in the liver's blood vessels. It aims to see if this technique is safe and can predict complications like bleeding in 30 patients with cirrhosis from chronic hepatitis. The procedure is done during a routine upper endoscopy, making it more convenient for patients.
What this could mean
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Active substance
EUS-portal pressure gradient measurement (PPGM) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a safer, easier way to measure portal pressure and predict complications in cirrhosis patients.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The procedure carries risks like bleeding or infection.
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Chinese University of Hong Kong
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