AI-assisted non-contrast CT for detecting multiple cancers

A Prospective Cohort Study Evaluating the Utility of Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Non-Contrast Computed Tomography for Multi-Cancer Screening in Asymptomatic Individuals Undergoing Routine Health Examinations

Not applicable Interventional Changhai Hospital · NCT06632886

This study is testing whether an AI tool can help find different types of cancer earlier in healthy people getting routine check-ups.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment1000000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorChanghai Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06632886 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of an AI-assisted non-contrast CT imaging model for screening multiple types of cancer, including lung, liver, gastric, colorectal, esophageal, pancreatic, and breast cancers. It aims to enroll 1 million asymptomatic participants who will undergo routine health examinations at designated centers in China. The AI model will automatically detect cancerous lesions, and positive cases will be referred for further imaging and care according to established guidelines. The goal is to improve early detection rates and treatment outcomes for these cancers.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are asymptomatic individuals who have undergone non-contrast abdominal or chest CT scans.

Not a fit: Patients who have been diagnosed with any of the targeted cancers within the last five years will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance early cancer detection and improve survival rates for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing AI for cancer detection have shown promising results, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Subject is able and willing to provide informed consent and sign an informed consent form.
2. Subject has undergone an abdominal or chest non-contrast CT scan.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Subject has been diagnosed with one of the following cancers within the last five years: lung, liver, stomach, colon, esophageal, pancreatic, or breast cancer;
2. Subject has any medical condition that contraindicates high-resolution MRI/CT/Endoscopy;
3. Subject cannot be followed up or is participating in other clinical trials.

Where this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Lung CancersLiver CancerGastric CancersColorectal, CancerEsophageal CancerPancreatic CancerBreast CancerScreening
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.