Could a simple exam replace your shoulder X-Ray?
NCT ID NCT07564024
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is developing a simple checklist to help doctors decide if a shoulder injury needs an X-ray. Over 1,200 adults with recent shoulder trauma will be assessed using the tool, and results will be compared to actual X-ray findings. The goal is to safely reduce unnecessary imaging, saving time and money.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- clinical decision rule (diagnostic test)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this tool could help doctors safely avoid unnecessary X-rays for many shoulder injury patients, saving time and healthcare costs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study to develop and validate the rule; it may not prove accurate enough in practice or may not be adopted widely.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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El - Helal Hospital
Cairo, Egypt
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