Radiation-Free lung scans for kids? new MRI shows promise
NCT ID NCT02714933
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a new MRI technique that can take pictures of children's lungs without using radiation or injecting contrast dye. 72 children aged 6-16 had both a standard CT scan and this new MRI. The goal was to see if the MRI could produce clear images of the lungs, potentially offering a safer alternative to CT scans in the future.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Advanced ZTE MRI sequence
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this MRI method could replace CT scans for some children, avoiding radiation exposure and injections.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study focused on image quality, not on treating disease. The new MRI may not be as clear as CT for all lung problems.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Necker hospital
Paris, Paris, 75015, France
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