Could a new scanner replace CT scans for kids with CF?
NCT ID NCT05455671
First seen Nov 16, 2025 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tested whether electrical impedance tomography (EIT), a non-invasive imaging device, can detect lung changes in children and young adults with cystic fibrosis (CF). Researchers compared EIT to CT scans to see if it can spot air trapping and other lung problems. The goal is to find a safer, radiation-free way to monitor CF lung disease over time.
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Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, EIT could become a safer, radiation-free way to track lung disease in cystic fibrosis patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on testing a device, not a treatment. It may not prove EIT works better than current methods.
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