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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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

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    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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