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Non-Invasive Characterization of Focal Liver Lesions in Liver Cirrhosis

Recruiting
Conditions
Liver Cirrhoses
Registration Number
NCT03746210
Lead Sponsor
University Hospital, Bonn
Brief Summary

This study aims to analyze non-invasive characterization focal liver lesions in patients with liver cirrhosis. The diagnostic accuracy and predictive value of non-invasive methods is studied.

Detailed Description

This study aims to analyze non-invasive characterization focal liver lesions in patients with liver cirrhosis. The diagnostic accuracy and predictive value of non-invasive methods is studied.

Upon diagnosis multiparametric ultrasound imaging of the lesions as well as sarcopenia parameters are performed for characterization of the lesions. For primary endpoint the results are then analyzed with regard to diagnostic accuracy compared to gold standard (CT, MRI or histology). For secondary endpoint, predictive value of the non-invasive diagnostics are analyzed with regards to mortality and response to treatment.

All work up, treatment and follow up are applied in standard of care fashion.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
RECRUITING
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
200
Inclusion Criteria
  • all patients with focal liver lesions and liver cirrhosis
Exclusion Criteria
  • no consent
  • under 18 years

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Diagnostic accuracy1 year

The diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive imaging of focal liver lesions in liver cirrhosis compared to gold standard (histology, CT and/or MRI)

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Predictive Valueup to 5 years

The predictive value on mortality and treatment response of non-invasive imaging of focal liver lesions in liver cirrhosis

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

University Hospital Bonn

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Bonn, Germany

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