New imaging could help surgeons 'Feel' kidney tumors before cutting
NCT ID NCT06525831
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether special MRI and CT scans can accurately measure the stiffness of kidney tumors. Researchers will compare these scans to standard methods in 50 adults scheduled for kidney tumor surgery. The goal is to improve 3D-printed models that help surgeons plan operations.
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 give surgeons a better way to see tumor stiffness before surgery, leading to more accurate 3D models and potentially better surgical planning.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early feasibility study (50 people) focused on imaging, not treatment. It may not lead to any direct patient benefit or change in clinical practice.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux
RECRUITINGBordeaux, 33076, France
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