New MRI technique could prevent unnecessary brain surgery for benign tumor

NCT ID NCT04285125

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether ultra-high-resolution MRI can more clearly identify a rare, benign brain tumor called MVNT. Currently, standard MRI may leave the diagnosis uncertain, leading some patients to undergo surgery for a harmless growth. Researchers will scan 33 adults with suspected MVNT and compare standard and advanced MRI images over two years to see if the new technique improves diagnosis.

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 lead to more accurate MRI-based diagnosis of MVNT, sparing patients from invasive brain surgery for a benign lesion.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage observational study (33 people) focused on imaging, not treatment. The ultra-high-resolution MRI may not significantly improve diagnosis over standard scans.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

multinodular and vacuolating neuronal tumor

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • CHU Rennes

    RECRUITING

    Rennes, Rennes, 35033, France

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  • CHU de Rouen

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Rouen, Rouen, 76000, France

  • Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Pierre-Bénite, 69495, France

  • Fondation A De Rothschild

    RECRUITING

    Paris, 75019, France

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  • Groupe Hospitalier Pellegrin

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Bordeaux, Bordeaux, 33076, France

  • Hôpital Laennec

    RECRUITING

    Saint-Herblain, 44800, France

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  • Hôpital Pierre Paul Riquet, CHU Purpan

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Toulouse, Toulouse, 31059, France