Painless ultrasound could spot hidden liver damage in At-Risk communities

NCT ID NCT06924281

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding a painless liver ultrasound (Fibroscan®) to standard health questions helps find people with liver damage from alcohol and weight. Fourteen English- or Spanish-speaking adults from underserved communities took part. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and acceptable, not to treat the disease.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clinica Esperanza Hope Clinic

    Providence, Rhode Island, 02909, United States

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