New study aims to catch fatty liver early in kids with simple waist measurement

NCT ID NCT06905795

First seen Jan 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study focuses on children aged 7 to 11 with a high waist-to-height ratio, a sign of possible fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers will test a simple screening method and a lifestyle program involving school, clinic, family, and community support. The goal is to improve early detection and help children manage the condition through diet and exercise, since no approved drugs exist for this age group.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University

    Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, China

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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