New CT scanner aims to sharpen bone scans with less radiation

NCT ID NCT06281808

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares a new type of CT scanner (photon counting) to the standard CT scanner for imaging arms and legs. Researchers want to see if the new scanner produces clearer images and can accurately diagnose conditions, possibly using less radiation. About 200 adults will be scanned with both machines, and the images will be compared by expert radiologists.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to clearer, lower-dose CT scans for diagnosing bone and joint problems.

What could go wrong

This is an early comparison study, not a treatment trial. The new scanner may not prove better in practice, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Balgrist University Hospital

    Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8008, Switzerland