New scan aims to simplify fatty liver diagnosis for kids

NCT ID NCT04800094

Summary

This study tested a new ultrasound feature to see if it could measure liver fat in children as accurately as a standard MRI scan. It involved 30 children and teens at risk for or diagnosed with fatty liver disease. Each participant received both an investigational ultrasound and a standard MRI to compare the results.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Phoenix Children's Hospital

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85016, United States

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