Could new CT scans use less radiation without losing clarity?
NCT ID NCT02417714
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether new CT imaging methods that use less radiation can produce pictures as clear as standard CT scans. About 215 healthy adults scheduled for a chest, abdomen, and pelvis CT will get one extra low-radiation scan. Researchers will compare image quality between the two methods.
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 safer CT scans with lower radiation exposure for patients.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage imaging study, not a treatment trial. The new methods may not match standard image quality in all cases.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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