MRI-based Synthetic CT Images of the Head and Neck (NCT06016335) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
MRI-based Synthetic CT Images of the Head and Neck
Netherlands80 participantsStarted 2022-09-22
Plain-language summary
In case of surgical procedures in the head and neck region, MRI in combination with CT of the bone is often the standard modality to visualise bony landmarks for planning, navigation and risk assessment. An important downside of a CT scan is the associated radiation exposure, especially in children. An additional downside is the sedation or general anaesthesia needed for both the MRI and CT scan session in very young children. These downsides could be removed if the CT scan can be substituted by an MRI sequence that can provide the same information as CT. This project aims to determine the feasibility of recreating CT like images of the craniofacial bones from MRI images using machine learning techniques.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients from the outpatient ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat)-clinic.
* Aged 18 years or older.
* Referred for CT scan of the mastoid, sinonasal complex or face.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnancy.
* Contra-indications for MRI or CT.
* Unwillingness to be informed about possibly clinically relevant, incidental findings from the MRI examination.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Geometrical accuracy.
Timeframe: Within one year after scans have been obtained.
2
Radiodensity accuracy.
Timeframe: Within one year after scans have been obtained.
3
Visibility of landmarks.
Timeframe: Within one year after scans have been obtained.