Neck ultrasound may predict anesthesia danger in liver patients

NCT ID NCT07370103

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ain Shams University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether a simple neck ultrasound can predict dangerous drops in blood pressure after anesthesia in adults with chronic liver disease. Researchers will measure blood flow in the carotid artery before and after anesthesia in 35 patients. If the method works, it could help doctors prevent complications during surgery.

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 give doctors a simple, non-invasive way to predict dangerous drops in blood pressure during anesthesia in patients with chronic liver disease.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 35 participants. The ultrasound method may not be accurate enough to replace standard monitoring, and results may not apply to all liver disease patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

liver disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Ainshams University
RECRUITING

Cairo, Egypt

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