AI-Powered liver test could spot hidden risks in fatty liver patients

NCT ID NCT06344364

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at over 1,200 adults with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD) to see if a new digital test, called FibroNest Ph-FCS, can predict who will develop serious liver complications. The test uses computer analysis of standard liver biopsy images to measure scarring. If proven accurate, it could give doctors a better tool to identify high-risk patients and guide treatment decisions.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Digital pathology test (FibroNest Ph-FCS) analyzing liver biopsy images

What this could lead to

If successful, this test could help doctors better predict which MASLD patients are at risk of serious liver problems, enabling earlier intervention.

What could go wrong

This is a retrospective study, not a treatment trial. The test may not be accurate enough in real-world settings or for all patient groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

liver disorder metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fundació de Recerca Clinic Barcelona

    Barcelona, Spain

  • The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Shatin, Hong Kong

  • University of Seville

    Seville, 41004, Spain