Needle-Free liver test: MRI could replace painful biopsies
NCT ID NCT05168982
First seen Mar 27, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested a new, fully automated MRI technique to diagnose and stage liver fibrosis and inflammation without needing a needle biopsy or injected contrast dye. Researchers studied 200 adults with chronic liver disease who were already scheduled for a liver biopsy. The goal was to see if the MRI results matched the biopsy findings, potentially offering a safer, more comfortable way to monitor liver health.
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The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wale Hospital
Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong
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