Can new scanners spot fatty liver without an MRI?
NCT ID NCT07495332
First seen Apr 03, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study compares two newer imaging methods—photon-counting CT and ultrasound—against the standard MRI to see how well they detect fat and scarring in the liver. About 45 adults with liver disease will receive all three scans. The goal is to find a faster, cheaper, and equally accurate way to diagnose fatty liver disease.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Photon-counting CT, ultrasound, and MRI imaging tests
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to quicker and more accessible ways to diagnose fatty liver disease without needing an MRI.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (45 people) comparing imaging methods, not testing a treatment. The new techniques may not match MRI's accuracy in real-world use.
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