Real-Time MRI scans during brain surgery could boost tumor removal

NCT ID NCT07197632

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Technical University of Munich Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether using a 3 Tesla MRI during surgery for brain metastases helps surgeons remove tumors more completely. About 154 adults will be randomly assigned to standard surgery or surgery with the MRI. The goal is to see if the MRI leads to better tumor removal and fewer repeat surgeries, while also checking for any added risks like longer surgery time or complications.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: intraoperative MRI (imaging procedure)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could make brain metastasis surgery more precise, reducing the chance that tumor is left behind and the need for repeat procedures.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage study. The MRI may lengthen surgery time and could increase complication risks. Results may not apply to all hospitals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain cancer metastatic malignant neoplasm in the brain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BRAIN METASTASES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Neurosurgery, München University Hospital rechts der Isar (MRI)
RECRUITING

Munich, 81675, Germany

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