Clinical Trial

Effect of Malnutrition on Liver and Spleen Stiffness in Children

Study acronym: SWE
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Record status
This record was last updated April 17, 2025 (before its estimated May 15, 2025 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This prospective observational study aims to evaluate the effect of malnutrition on liver and spleen stiffness in children using shear wave elastography. Two groups of participants will be enrolled: children diagnosed with malnutrition and age-matched healthy controls. Organ stiffness measurements will be compared between the two groups to assess the impact of malnutrition on liver and spleen tissue properties.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06932445
Lead Sponsor Mehmet Akif AĞIR
Conditions Malnutrition in Children, Liver Stiffness, Spleen Stiffness, Shear Wave Elastography
Enrollment 300 participants
Start Date 2025-04-10
Primary Completion 2025-05-15 (estimated)
Study Completion 2025-05-20 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-04-17