New MRI technique could replace biopsy for brain tumor grading
NCT ID NCT06916715
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether magnetic resonance elastography (MRE), a special type of MRI that measures tissue stiffness, can accurately determine the grade of brain tumors without needing a surgical biopsy. Researchers reviewed data from 626 brain tumor patients to see how well MRE works compared to standard tissue analysis. The goal is to provide a safer, non-invasive way to assess brain tumors.
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Shengjing Hospital
Shenyang, Liaoning, 110000, China
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