Using ultrasound to detect early signs of fatty liver disease
Multiparametric ultrasound imaging for early detection of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
This study is testing a new ultrasound method to help find nonalcoholic fatty liver disease early, making it easier and cheaper for patients to get checked for liver health before serious problems develop.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Engineering Experiment Station NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10933143 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new ultrasound imaging technique to detect nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) at an early stage. By combining various ultrasound measurements, the study aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of liver health, including the presence of fat accumulation, inflammation, and other early indicators of liver damage. This noninvasive approach could help in accurately diagnosing and monitoring the progression of NAFLD, which often goes unnoticed until it becomes severe. Patients will benefit from a more accessible and cost-effective method for liver disease detection.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, including those with obesity, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced liver disease or those who do not have risk factors for NAFLD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and better management of fatty liver disease, potentially reducing healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using ultrasound techniques for liver disease detection, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas Engineering Experiment Station — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoyt, Kenneth — Texas Engineering Experiment Station
- Study coordinator: Hoyt, Kenneth
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.