Can a CT scan replace invasive heart probes? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06205810
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will enroll 250 people with stable coronary artery disease to see how well a CT scan measures plaque buildup in heart arteries compared to an invasive ultrasound. Participants will undergo both tests as part of their standard care. The goal is to improve non-invasive diagnosis and monitoring of heart disease.
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 make CT scans a more reliable tool for assessing heart artery blockages, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not change current practice if the CT scan proves less accurate than expected.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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OLV Hospital Aalst
RECRUITINGAalst, Oost-Vlaanderen, 9300, Belgium
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