Could a simple ultrasound replace needles for kids with fatty liver?

NCT ID NCT06706856

First seen Jan 22, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study aims to see if advanced ultrasound techniques can accurately detect fatty liver disease in children without the need for invasive biopsies or costly MRI scans. Researchers will enroll 120 children aged 9 to 18 who have risk factors for the condition. The new ultrasound analysis will be compared with standard liver MRI to check how well it works.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of California San Diego

    RECRUITING

    La Jolla, California, 92037, United States

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