Another on-going study is investigating the prevalence and aetiology of chronic liver diseases in Asella. For this study, patients attending the hospital are screened for the presence of chronic liver disease using the transient elastography, a fast and non-invasive technique. The causes, risk factors and determinants for clinical progression in patients with chronic liver diseases in the region are being investigated. Again, the study is accompanied by clinical training on the management of chronic liver diseases and associated complications.