Faster, cheaper scans could revolutionize cancer radiation planning
NCT ID NCT07185958
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study will test whether a special CT scan (dual-energy CT) can be as good as MRI for mapping tumors and healthy organs before radiation therapy. Researchers will enroll 80 people with brain, bone, head/neck, or lung cancer. If DECT works well, it could save time and money compared to MRI.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Dual-energy CT (DECT) scan and iodine-based contrast agent
What this could lead to
If successful, DECT could become a faster, cheaper alternative to MRI for planning radiotherapy, improving access and efficiency.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 80 participants, and DECT may not prove as accurate as MRI for all tumor types.
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Aalborg University Hospital
Aalborg, 9000, Denmark
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Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev and Gentofte
Herlev, 2730, Denmark
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Odense University Hospital
Odense, 5000, Denmark
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