New scanner aims to spot lung cancer more clearly

NCT ID NCT06440616

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: Copenhagen University Hospital at Herlev Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing a new type of CT scanner (photon counting CT) that provides extra image details, like color maps of tissues. The goal is to see if these detailed images help doctors diagnose lung cancer more accurately and reduce the number of extra tests needed. About 1000 adults suspected of having lung cancer will take part, and their scans will be read either with or without the extra image information.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Photon counting CT scanner with spectral imaging
What this could lead to: If successful, this could make lung cancer diagnosis more accurate and reduce the need for follow-up scans and procedures.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. The new scanner may not significantly improve outcomes or reduce costs in practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung cancer lung neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LUNG NEOPLASM MALIGNANT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev
RECRUITING

Herlev, Capital Region, 2730, Denmark

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