A Study to Compare the Ability of Identifying Uric Acid Crystals between Two CT Scanning Techniques
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Study type
ObservationalDescribes the nature of a clinical study. Types include:
- Observational study — observes people and measures outcomes without affecting results.
- Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices.
- Medical records research — uses historical information collected from medical records of large groups of people to study how diseases progress and which treatments and surgeries work best.
Study IDs
Sponsor Protocol Number: 11-007175
About this study
The purpose for this study is to compare the ability of identifying uric acid crystals between two CT scanning techniques, one that uses a more common single-source CT scanner and one that uses a dual-source CT scanner, which is less commonly available.
Participation eligibility
Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Clinically-indicated, dual-source, dual-energy CT for the purpose of uric acid crystal identification
- Ability to provide written, informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
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