ER CT scans could slash pneumonia misdiagnosis
NCT ID NCT01574066
First seen Dec 16, 2025 · Last updated May 04, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at whether using a chest CT scan, in addition to standard tests, helps emergency doctors more accurately diagnose community-acquired pneumonia in adults. Researchers studied 339 patients with suspected pneumonia to see how often the CT scan changed the initial diagnosis. The goal was to improve treatment decisions and reduce unnecessary antibiotic use or hospital admissions.
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Locations
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Bichat Hospital
Paris, 75018, France
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Cochin Hospital
Paris, 75014, France
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La Pitié Salpêtrière Hospital
Paris, 75013, France
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Tenon Hospital
Paris, 75020, France
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