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New fast MRI scan could make belly pain diagnosis easier for kids

NCT ID NCT07164651

Diagnosis Sponsor: Yaqi Shen，MD，PhD Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new, faster MRI technique for children with abdominal pain. The goal is to see if the accelerated scan can reduce time in the machine while still giving doctors clear images to diagnose conditions like appendicitis. About 150 children will participate, and their scan times and image quality will be compared to standard MRI.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Intelligent accelerated MRI scanning protocol
What this could lead to
If successful, this could make MRI scans quicker and more comfortable for children with abdominal pain, while maintaining diagnostic accuracy.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 150 participants. The accelerated MRI may not be as accurate as conventional MRI for all conditions, and results may not apply to all hospitals or age groups.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 150 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2025

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

The study population consists of pediatric patients aged 3-18 years presenting with abdominal pain who have undergone a prior abdominal CT examination as part of their clinical evaluation. Eligible participants must have guardians who voluntarily consent to an additional MRI scan and provide written informed consent.

Ages

3 to 18 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 3-18 years presenting with abdominal pain who have undergone abdominal CT examination. * Children whose guardians voluntarily agree to MRI examination and sign written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Children with contraindications to MRI (e.g., metal implants, severe claustrophobia) or those unable to cooperate with the examination.

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Pediatric abdominal pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tongji Hospital

    Wuhan, Hubei, 430030, China