Ultrasound may offer quick, Non-Invasive way to spot hidden malnutrition
NCT ID NCT05831592
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether muscle ultrasound can accurately detect undernutrition in 118 hospitalized patients aged 18-70. Researchers measured muscle thickness and quality using ultrasound and compared it to standard methods like bioelectrical impedance. If proven reliable, ultrasound could become a simple bedside tool to diagnose undernutrition early.
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 provide a simple, non-invasive way to diagnose undernutrition using ultrasound, helping doctors identify at-risk patients earlier.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. The results may not apply to all patient groups or settings, and ultrasound cut-off values are not yet standardized.
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Locations
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Hôpital Forcilles
Férolles-Attilly, Île-de-France Region, 77150, France