Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages Any age to 18

A new AI-based imaging solution for children with suspected tumors

Official title: A Fast, Quiet, Artificial Intelligence-based PET/MR Solution for Paediatric Diseases

Run by Ruijin Hospital · NCT06709690 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new, quieter imaging method using AI to see if it can make it easier and safer for kids suspected of having tumors to get the scans they need.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
AgesAny age to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment35 (estimated)
SponsorRuijin Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 25, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedNovember 29, 2024
Trial IDNCT06709690 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are children aged 0 to 18 years who exhibit clinical symptoms suggestive of malignant tumors and require PET/MR imaging.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe illnesses, claustrophobia, or metal implants that prevent them from undergoing the imaging procedure may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the feasibility of using deep learning-assisted rapid silent PET/MR imaging specifically for pediatric patients. It aims to overcome the challenges of traditional PET/MR imaging by incorporating flexible coils and silent sequences to enhance comfort and reduce the radiation dose. The goal is to provide a quick and effective imaging solution for children suspected of having malignant tumors, ensuring a more pleasant experience during the examination.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the comfort and safety of imaging procedures for pediatric patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of AI in imaging is gaining traction, this specific approach combining silent PET/MR for pediatric applications is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Children who have clinical symptoms and are suspected of having malignant tumors after being evaluated by clinical pediatricians and require 18F-FDG PET/MR examination to further clarify their conditions.
2. Signed and dated informed consent form
3. Commit to complying with the research procedures and cooperate in the implementation of the entire research process.
4. No gender restriction, aged between 0 and 18 years old.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with serious illnesses that researchers consider unsuitable for participation in this clinical study. Such as severe heart and lung failure, severe bone marrow suppression, severe liver and kidney dysfunction, etc.
2. Patients with severe claustrophobia,epileptic seizures, respiratory distress who cannot lie down, and patients with mental anomalies who are unable to cooperate.
3. Patients with metal implants such as pacemakers, artificial metal heart valves, and neurostimulators in their bodies.
4. Non-compliant person.

Where it's running

  • China, Shanghai Ruijin Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University of Medicine
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.