New ultrasound method predicts bleeding risk in liver patients

NCT ID NCT07478770

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new way to measure blood pressure in stomach veins of 25 people with liver cirrhosis and enlarged veins (varices). Doctors used an endoscope with ultrasound to see if this method could better predict bleeding risk than standard tests. The goal was to see if the new measurement is safe and works well.

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  • Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310009, China

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