New MRI scan could detect liver cancer without a biopsy
NCT ID NCT07368049
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will use a special MRI machine to scan the liver for phosphorus and sodium signals in people with liver cancer and healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if these scans can tell the difference between cancerous and healthy tissue. 100 participants will be enrolled to test this imaging technique.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a new, non-invasive way to detect liver cancer using MRI scans.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early exploratory study with no treatment involved. It may not show clear differences between patients and healthy volunteers.
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