Do ICU patients need a CT scan? new study questions routine use

NCT ID NCT07256860

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a chest CT scan gives extra information beyond a chest X-ray for ICU patients with respiratory failure. Researchers will review records of 50 patients to see if CT findings changed treatment plans. The goal is to reduce unnecessary scans and risks for critically ill patients.

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