Could ultrasound replace CT scans for injured tots?

NCT ID NCT03473249

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a special ultrasound (contrast-enhanced ultrasound) can accurately find internal belly injuries in children under 8 who have had a hard hit to the belly, like from a fall or car crash. The goal is to see if this method works as well as a CT scan, which uses radiation. About 120 children will take part, and the results will help doctors decide if the ultrasound can be a safer first choice.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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