Adding MRI scans to ultrasound for early liver cancer detection

This trial is testing whether adding a special type of MRI scan (called fast-MRI) to regular ultrasound screening can help catch liver cancer earlier in people at high risk. Half of the participants will receive both ultrasound and fast-MRI scans every six months, while the other half will receive only ultrasound scans. Researchers want to see if the combination approach finds more early-stage cancers and whether it's worth the extra cost.

Many patients with cirrhosis or chronic liver disease are at high risk of developing liver cancer, but current screening with ultrasound alone may miss some early cancers. This trial is testing whether adding fast-MRI scans can improve the chances of finding cancer when it's still small and easier to treat.