AI spots hidden spine breaks on routine scans

NCT ID NCT06449742

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test whether an AI program can find vertebral fractures (broken spine bones) that might be missed on CT scans done for other reasons. Researchers will look at scans from 250 men aged 50 or older to see how common these fractures are. The goal is to improve detection of osteoporosis-related fractures without extra radiation or cost.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: AI software (NanoxAIHealthVCF) and automatic 3D reconstruction
What this could lead to: If successful, this could make it easier to spot hidden spine fractures on routine CT scans, helping doctors diagnose osteoporosis earlier without extra tests.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. The AI may not work as well in real-world settings or for all patients, and it won't directly improve health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoporosis spinal fracture

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OSTEOPOROSIS VERTEBRAL FRACTURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele
RECRUITING

Milan, Italy, 20132, Italy

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