A Study to Evaluate Whether Ultrasound Can Detect Medial Meniscal Extrusion More Frequently Than MRI?

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether ultrasound can detect medial meniscal extrusion more frequently than MRI.

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:

  • Adult male or female between 18 and 65 years of age.
  • Adult male or female who is scheduled to receive a knee MRI at our facility. 

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Prior history of knee surgery.
  • Inability to WB
  • MRI incompatibility (e.g., presence of ferromagnetic implants, claustrophobia, etc.). 

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

Minneapolis, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Adam Johnson, M.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Kurt Kevin Degillo CCRP

(507)422-5407

Degillo.Kurt@mayo.edu

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Publications

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