Do trauma patients really need that Full-Body scan?
NCT ID NCT05138536
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study looked at 510 trauma patients who had no signs of nerve damage. Researchers wanted to see if getting a full-body CT scan actually changed how doctors managed their care. The goal is to find out if these scans are truly helpful or just add cost and time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Pan-Computer Tomography (full-body CT scan)
What this could lead to
If it shows that full-body CT doesn't change care for these patients, it could help reduce unnecessary scans and lower healthcare costs.
What could go wrong
This is a completed observational study, not a treatment trial. It won't lead to a new drug or therapy, and results may not apply to all trauma centers.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75203, United States