Advanced CT scan to detect small blood clots in the lungs
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new type of CT scan (photon-counting CT) to see if it's better at finding small blood clots in the lungs. If you have symptoms like sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, or fainting and doctors suspect a blood clot, this trial may help confirm the diagnosis with clearer images.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have symptoms of a blood clot in the lung (sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or low oxygen levels)
- You have a score of 3 or higher on a standard risk assessment for lung blood clots
- You can undergo a CT scan safely (not too sick or unstable)
- Your kidneys work well enough (creatinine clearance ≥ 30 mL/min) and you're not on long-term dialysis
- You are not pregnant and can provide informed consent
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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