Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Using 3D ultrasound for liver and kidney tumor procedures

Official title: Use of 3-Dimensional (3D) Ultrasound Imaging to Guide the Treatment of Abdominal Tumours Using Focal Ablation or Biopsies

Run by Western University, Canada · NCT03844399 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if using 3D ultrasound during liver and kidney tumor procedures can help doctors see better and improve the results for patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorWestern University, Canada
Academic / other
Locations1 site (London, Ontario)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 3, 2020
Main results expectedJuly 2026
Study endsFebruary 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 20, 2025
Trial IDNCT03844399 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for standard care liver or kidney ablation or biopsy.

Probably not a fit

Patients not undergoing liver or kidney procedures will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of 3D ultrasound guidance during standard care ablation or biopsy procedures for liver and kidney tumors. The 3D ultrasound technology captures a series of 2D images that are then transformed into a 3D volume, allowing for enhanced visualization of the targeted area. Physicians will acquire images during the procedures, and these will be compared with pre- and post-procedure CT images to assess the accuracy of tumor removal or targeting. The study aims to improve diagnostic and intervention outcomes for patients undergoing these procedures.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more accurate tumor targeting and improved outcomes for patients undergoing liver or kidney procedures.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of 3D ultrasound is gaining traction, this specific application in liver and kidney procedures is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* • Patients who are scheduled for standard care liver or kidney ablation or biopsy

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Victoria Hospital
    London, Ontario, Canada
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.