New ultrasound technique could improve liver scar detection in obese patients
NCT ID NCT05728697
First seen Mar 03, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looks at whether a special ultrasound technique, called endoscopic ultrasound shear wave elastography (EUS-SWE), can better detect liver scarring in people with obesity and fatty liver disease. Standard non-invasive tests are often less accurate in this group. Researchers will compare EUS-SWE results to liver biopsy, the gold standard, in 150 adults. The extra test adds only 2-3 minutes to a routine procedure and no additional risk.
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