Radiation-Free lung MRI could change how we diagnose scarring lung disease

NCT ID NCT03078426

Completed Diagnosis Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a special lung MRI can replace CT scans for diagnosing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a scarring lung disease. Researchers compared MRI to standard CT in 60 patients to see if MRI could spot the same key signs of IPF without using radiation. The goal is to offer a safer, non-invasive imaging option for people with this condition.

What this could mean

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Active substance: MRI scan
What this could lead to: If successful, MRI could become a radiation-free alternative to CT scans for diagnosing and monitoring idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study (60 participants) comparing MRI to the standard CT. MRI may not be as accurate, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cryptogenic organizing pneumonia hypersensitivity pneumonitis idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis sarcoidosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

IDIOPATHIC PULMONARY FIBROSIS

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Locations

CHU de Bordeaux

Pessac, 33604, France

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