Ultrasound may replace scopes for bleeding risk in liver patients
NCT ID NCT07571876
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a simple, non-invasive ultrasound can predict the risk of dangerous bleeding from enlarged veins in the esophagus (varices) in people with liver cirrhosis. Researchers will measure spleen size and a key blood vessel diameter on ultrasound and compare those results to the standard invasive scope exam. If successful, this could reduce the need for routine endoscopies in the future.
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