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NCT06218589 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

Non-Invasive Diagnostic Tests for MASLD in Pediatric Population

A NA study of Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), sponsored by Emory University.

Recruiting
Registry status
NA
Development phase
200
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

NCT06218589 is a NA study of Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) that is actively recruiting participants, run by Emory University. The registered enrollment target is 200 participants, below the 711-participant average among 7 other Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease trials with a reported enrollment target (72% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT06218589, a NA study of Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Emory University.

RECRUITING
Registry status
NA
Development phase
200 participants
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

Study Summary

This study aims to test the utility of Velacur ultrasound as a non-invasive, rapid, point of care diagnostic tool for detecting the presence and amount of hepatic steatosis in children and adolescents aged 2 - 20 years.

Interventions

  • DIAGNOSTIC_TEST MRI
  • DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Velacur
  • DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Blood sample collection for biomarkers
  • DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Liver biopsy

Study Locations (2)

Georgia

  • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) - Atlanta
  • Emory Children's Center - Atlanta

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 200 participants
Start Date 2024-01-18
Est. Completion 2026-01-31
Phase NA

Sponsor

Emory University

1,208 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06218589

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06218589 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 200 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 711-participant average among 7 other Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease trials with a reported enrollment target (72% lower). The listed sponsor is Emory University, which has 1,208 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 4 interventions - of which MRI is the first listed.

NCT06218589 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Georgia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT06218589 about?

NCT06218589 is a clinical study titled "Non-Invasive Diagnostic Tests for MASLD in Pediatric Population". This study aims to test the utility of Velacur ultrasound as a non-invasive, rapid, point of care diagnostic tool for detecting the presence and amount of hepatic steatosis in children and adolescents aged 2 - 20 years.

What is the current status of trial NCT06218589?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 200 participants. The study started on 2024-01-18. Estimated completion is 2026-01-31.

What conditions does trial NCT06218589 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD).

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06218589?

The interventions under investigation include: MRI (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST), Velacur (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST), Blood sample collection for biomarkers (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST), Liver biopsy (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06218589?

This trial is sponsored by Emory University, which has 1,208 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT06218589 being conducted?

This trial has 2 study locations across Georgia. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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