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Application of Transthoracic Shear-wave Ultrasound Elastography in Pleural Lesions
Led by National Taiwan University Hospital · Updated on 2024-08-20
500
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying how tissue elasticity varies in different types of pleural lesions. The study aims to test how well transthoracic shear-wave ultrasound elastography can distinguish between benign and malignant pleural lesions. This observational study gathers important information to improve diagnosis of pleural conditions. Participants will undergo transthoracic shear-wave ultrasound elastography, a non-invasive imaging method to assess tissue stiffness in pleural lesions. The study focuses on comparing elasticity measurements across different lesion types to validate the techniques predictive value. During the study, participants with pleural lesions or effusion will have ultrasound imaging performed. Researchers will assess the elasticity of the pleural tissue and evaluate the techniques accuracy in differentiating lesion types. The primary outcome is measured over six months, with no treatment interventions involved. Participants are monitored for their ability to hold their breath during imaging and other safety factors.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Application of Transthoracic Shear-wave Ultrasound Elastography in Pleural Lesions
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients with radiographic evidence of pleural lesions or effusion
You will not qualify if you...
- Age less than 20 years
- Patients who cannot hold their breath for 5 seconds
Research Team
Y
Yao-Wen Kuo, MD
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