Pneumonia is a common and potentially serious disease worldwide. Early detection of the associated changes in the lungs is crucial for prompt treatment initiation and a favorable prognosis. The aim of this project is to investigate the potential of a new X-ray technique—so-called dark-field radiography—for this purpose. It is capable of revealing subtle changes in lung tissue that cannot be detected with conventional X-rays. Initially, the world’s only life-sized dark-field scanner will be further developed and optimized using an artificial model that simulates inflammatory changes. The method will then be tested in patients with pneumonia to evaluate whether it is superior to conventional radiography.

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