New MRI method could spot gut blood flow problems without radiation

NCT ID NCT07182669

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new, non-invasive MRI method to measure oxygen levels in the portal vein, which carries blood from the gut to the liver. Researchers will compare 20 people with meal-related abdominal pain due to narrowed gut arteries (chronic mesenteric ischemia) to 20 people with similar narrowing but no pain. The goal is to see if this MRI can accurately diagnose the condition without radiation or invasive procedures.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this MRI method could provide a safe, radiation-free way to diagnose chronic mesenteric ischemia, reducing the need for invasive tests.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants. The MRI method may not prove accurate enough for routine diagnosis, and results may not apply to all patients.

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  • Dept. of Clinical Physiology and Nuclear Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet

    Copenhagen, State, 2100 Ø, Denmark

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