Breathe easy: new heart MRI lets patients relax during scan
NCT ID NCT07395843
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a new heart MRI method that allows patients to breathe normally during the scan, instead of holding their breath. Researchers enrolled 605 people and compared the free-breathing scan to the standard method. The goal was to see if the new approach is faster, easier, and still produces clear images.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Free-breathing cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) scan
What this could lead to
If this method works, it could make cardiac MRI more comfortable and accessible for patients who have trouble holding their breath.
What could go wrong
This is a completed feasibility study, not a large-scale trial. The new method may not be as clear or reliable as standard scans in all cases.
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Locations
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Fuwai Hospital
Beijing, China