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Noninvasive Detection of Liver Injury Immediately Following the Fontan Operation: the Role of Ultrasound-Based Elastography
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating ARFI Ultrasound for Fontan Operation. Completed, enrolled 21 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the liver stiffness, which can be caused by congestion and fibrosis in pediatric patients before and after a Fontan heart operation. A new form of ultrasound elastography (Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse, or ARFI) will measure liver stiffness.
Study Details
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This research scan uses acoustic radiation force impulse (ARFI) shear wave velocity imaging (SVI). This is a new ultrasound technology in which unique sound waves create the images/pictures of the liver beng examined/scanned. This ultrasound scan will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.