Simple ultrasound could spot liver trouble in heart kids
NCT ID NCT03914196
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Summary
This study follows 50 children with single-ventricle heart disease who have had the Fontan operation. Researchers use a special ultrasound to measure liver stiffness, which may indicate congestion and predict future complications like liver disease. The goal is to find a noninvasive way to monitor these patients over time.
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors predict and monitor liver problems in Fontan patients using a simple, noninvasive ultrasound.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It does not test a treatment, so direct benefits are uncertain.
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