New scanner could make joint imaging cheaper and easier
NCT ID NCT01771393
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a cone-beam CT scanner (often used for dental imaging) can detect cartilage damage in the wrist, ankle, elbow, and knee as well as a standard multidetector CT scanner. 69 adults who needed an arthroscan (a joint X-ray with dye) received both scans in random order. Researchers compared how well each scanner showed cartilage injuries, image quality, and patient comfort. The goal is to see if the cone-beam scanner, which allows sitting or lying positions, could be a reliable alternative for joint imaging.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that cone-beam CT is a reliable, lower-cost alternative to standard CT for diagnosing cartilage injuries in joints.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study (69 people) comparing imaging methods, not testing a treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospices Civils de Lyon- hôpital Edouard Herriot- service de radiologie pavillon B
Lyon, 69003, France