Can a simple ultrasound replace costly CT scans for COVID-19 in cancer patients?
NCT ID NCT05279378
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 30 cancer patients with COVID-19 pneumonia to see if lung ultrasound could work as well as CT scans for diagnosis. Researchers compared the imaging results and checked if they matched the patients' symptoms and lab tests. The goal was to find a cheaper, easier way to monitor these patients without needing expensive CT scans.
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South Egypt cancei institute
Asyut, Egypt
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