Spectral CT for Staging Colorectal Cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial uses a special type of CT scan (spectral CT) to get clearer images of colorectal cancer. It aims to help doctors determine the exact stage of the cancer, which can guide treatment decisions.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You are suspected of having colorectal cancer (based on your doctor's evaluation).
- You must be able to have a CT scan with a special contrast dye (injected into a vein).
- You cannot have severe heart, lung, or kidney problems.
- You must not be allergic to the iodine-based contrast dye.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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