Heart scans without X-Rays: a safer way to check Kids' hearts

NCT ID NCT03822442

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Children's National Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether using cardiac MRI (a type of scan without radiation) can make heart exams safer and more accurate for children with heart failure, heart defects, or who have had a heart transplant. Researchers compared MRI results with standard biopsy and X-ray methods in 113 participants. The goal was to reduce radiation exposure and improve detection of heart problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cardiomegaly cardiomyopathy congenital heart disease heart failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARDIAC IMAGING TECHNIQUES CONGENITAL HEART DEFECTS HEART FAILURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Children's National Health System

Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States

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