Painless liver check: could a quick scan replace the needle?
NCT ID NCT02897908
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study uses a device called FibroScan to measure liver stiffness and fat content in people with liver disease. The scan is non-invasive, like an ultrasound, and takes only a few minutes. Researchers aim to build a large database of these measurements to help improve future diagnosis and monitoring of liver conditions.
What this could mean
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Active substance
vibration controlled transient elastography (FibroScan)
What this could lead to
If successful, this database could help researchers develop better ways to diagnose and monitor liver disease without needing a biopsy.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study that does not test a treatment, so it will not directly improve patient outcomes. The database's usefulness depends on future research.
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Conventus Medical Office Building
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