Development of a Quantifiable Ultrasound Biomarker for Hepatic Steatosis
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Verasonics NXT Data Acquisition System: A research ultrasound imaging device to capture raw radiofrequency ultrasound data for the following parameters: * B-mode imaging * Attenuation coefficient * Backscatter coefficient * Speed of sound * Shear wave elastography
Philips EPIQ Elite: A premium ultrasound system with software package to support imaging research studies.
EchoSense FibroScan: A non-invasive ultrasound solution that accurately measures liver stiffness and liver steatosis.
Philips 3T Ingenia Elition: A 3-tesla magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system
Study summary
The research study is considering a non-invasive way to measure the percentage of fat in the liver using ultrasound. This could help detect early signs of a very common condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Current tests, like MRI or biopsy, can be expensive or invasive. If successful, this ultrasound tool could become an easier and more accessible way to monitor liver health - especially for people with obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Multiparametric Ultrasound Biomarker vs. MR-PDFF — 1 year
Clinical qualification of the multiparametric ultrasound-derived fat fraction, defined as its agreement with the established clinical reference, MRI proton density fat fraction (MRI-PDFF) expressed as absolute percentage, in bench testing analysis.
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | Seattle | Washington | Recruiting |
Other trials for the same condition
This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
View NCT07270601 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ← All trials in the USA