AR goggles could make MRI needle pokes safer for kids
NCT ID NCT06224933
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether an augmented reality (AR) system can help doctors guide needles during MRI scans. The AR system overlays digital information onto the real world, potentially making procedures like biopsies or injections more precise. Researchers will enroll 25 people aged 3 to 21 to see if the system is safe and works in at least 80% of cases.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Augmented Reality System
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make MRI-guided needle procedures faster, safer, and more accurate for patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early feasibility study with only 25 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The technology may not work as expected or could cause technical issues during procedures.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Children's National Hospital
RECRUITINGWashington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States
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