NCT02548546 Estimation of Biomechanical Aortic Wall Properties in Healthy and Aneurysmal Aortas Using Novel Imaging Techniques
| NCT ID | NCT02548546 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Mayo Clinic |
| Condition | Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2015-08 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-08 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2015-08 with a primary completion date of 2026-08.
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Brief Summary
The primary aim of this study is to establish the practicality of using two novel imaging modalities for the assessment of biomechanical properties of the aorta.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients \>18 years of age with ability to provide informed consent. * Patients with either symptomatic or asymptomatic AAA as defined by aortic diameter ≥ 1.5x normal diameter. * Patients with non-aneurysmal aortas who require aortic contrast imaging or echocardiography for preoperative planning or other reason. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with contraindication to IV contrast such as allergy or severe kidney dysfunction. * Patients who do not require contrast imaging or echocardiogram as part of their care plan. * Terminally ill patients, and patients with estimated life expectancy of ≤ 6 months. * Patients unable to tolerate magnetic resonance imaging.
Contact & Investigator
Houssam Farres, MD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Mayo Clinic
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT02548546 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT02548546 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT02548546 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at farres.houssam@mayo.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT02548546 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Jacksonville, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT02548546 clinical trial?
NCT02548546 is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. The principal investigator is Houssam Farres, MD at Mayo Clinic. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.