Comparative Analysis of Zero Echo-time MRI and CT for Patient Diagnosis and Intervention.
Overview
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Study type
InterventionalDescribes 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
Site IRB
- Rochester, Minnesota: 18-002197
Sponsor Protocol Number: 18-002197
About this study
Zero echo time (ZTE) is seen as a viable radiation-free alternative to a CT scan. This study will investigate this opportunity by developing clinical workflows, comparing ZTE and CT images, and determining costs.
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:
- Need for cortical bone assessment and desire for radiation-free imaging
- Pediatric patients
- The presence of
- Craniofacial pathology that necessitates CT imaging and
- Interest in ZTE scans for screening and/or follow-up
Exclusion Criteria:
- Lack of consent/assent
- Contraindications or inability to undergo one or both examinations within the designated time period
- Unsatisfactory image quality
Participating Mayo Clinic locations
Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.
| Mayo Clinic Location |
Status |
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Rochester, Minn.
Mayo Clinic principal investigator Mai Lan Ho, M.D. |
Closed for enrollment |
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