New MRI technique could spare babies from unnecessary surgery
NCT ID NCT03560999
First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tested a new, quick MRI method that does not require anesthesia in 102 infants with brachial plexus birth palsy (a nerve injury from birth). The goal was to see if the MRI could help doctors decide earlier and more accurately whether the baby needs nerve surgery. The approach aims to improve diagnosis and avoid unnecessary procedures.
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Locations
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare
Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55101, United States
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Shriners Hospitals for Children - Northern California
Sacramento, California, 95817, United States
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