Low-dose contrast dye for CT scans in suspected appendicitis
Part of Digestive system, Infections, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using a smaller amount of contrast dye in a CT scan still gives doctors enough information to diagnose suspected appendicitis. It’s aimed at emergency department patients who are already scheduled for an abdomen and pelvis CT with dye.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are in the emergency department with suspected acute appendicitis based on an exam
- You are scheduled for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast dye
- You are willing to participate (you do not decline)
- You can receive contrast dye (kidney function is not severely reduced, and you are not pregnant)
- Your BMI is under 30
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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