Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to use the SHAPE technique for measuring ophthalmic artery pressure in patients undergoing lumbar puncture (LP) for suspected idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) and compare the SHAPE data with pressures obtained using LP (reference standard).

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:

  • Suspected of having idiopathic intracranial hypertension that will be undergoing lumbar puncture for clinical purposes.

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • < 21 years-old.
  • Patients known or suspected hypersensitivity to perflutren lipid microsphere or its components, such as polyethylene glycol.

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 4/24/23. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

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 Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

John Chen, M.D., Ph.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Jessica Morgan C.O.A.

(507) 293-9689

Morgan.Jessica@mayo.edu

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