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NCT01130545 Imaging Techniques in MRI

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NCT ID NCT01130545
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC)
Condition Cardiac Risk Factors
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 1,000 participants
Start Date 2010-06-05
Primary Completion

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 100 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 1,000 participants in total. It began in 2010-06-05.

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Brief Summary

Background: \- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans must be performed according to specified sets of parameters that provide optimal images of each organ and each area of the body. These scanning parameters are often specific to the institution or organization at which they are employed, and may also depend on the manufacturer of the MRI scanning equipment. Because MRI scanning equipment is always being updated and upgraded, researchers are interested in developing new and optimized scanning parameters for MRI scans. Objectives: \- To improve current methods and develop new techniques for magnetic resonance imaging. Eligibility: * Individuals 18 years of age and older who are either volunteers or current NIH protocol participants. * Participants must not have any medical history factors (e.g., extreme claustrophobia, history of metal implants) that would prevent them from receiving MRI scans. Design: * Participants will have at least one MRI scan that will last from 20 minutes to 2 hours (most scans will last between 45 and 90 minutes). The total time commitment for most visits will be approximately 4 hours from start to finish. * Some MRI techniques require standard monitoring equipment or specific procedures during the scanning, such as an electrocardiogram. * Participants will have blood samples taken at the time of the scan. Some MRI studies will require the use of a contrast agent that will be administered during the scan. * Volunteers may be asked to return for additional MRI scans over the course of a few years. Follow-up scans may be done on the same part of the body or on different parts of the body. No more than one MRI scan will be performed in any 4-week period for this protocol.

Eligibility Criteria

* INCLUSION CRITERIA: A. Volunteer individuals B. Lab Eligibility parameters (for contrast scans within 4 weeks of gadolinium injection): C. Creatinine below upper normal limit D. eGFR \>= 60 mL/min/1.73m2 E. Age \>= 60 or history of renal disease: test GFR within 1 week prior to contrast F. Willing to travel to the NIH for follow-up visits. G. 18 years old H. Able to understand and sign informed consent I. No MRI scan with gadolinium injection in the last 6 months under this protocol. EXCLUSION CRITERIA: A. Implanted metal clips or wires of the type which may concentrate radiofrequency fields or cause tissue damages from twisting in a Magnetic field. Examples: * Aneurysm clip, implanted neural stimulator, * Implanted cardiac pacemaker, defibrillator, or certain other implanted electrical or metallic devices, * Cochlear implant, ocular foreign body (metal shavings), * Any implanted device (pumps, infusion devices, etc.), * Shrapnel injuries, * History of metal in head or eyes or other parts of the body. B. Pregnant women C. Paralyzed hemidiaphragm D. Over 500 lbs and/or a body circumference that prevents the study subject from laying flat in the scanner E. Surgery of uncertain type F. Untreatable claustrophobia otherwise requiring anesthesia. G. Any contraindications that the Physician identifies from the subject, MRI Safety Questionnaire, and/or History and Physical. EXCLUSION FOR PARTICIPANTS FOR GADOLINIUM CONTRAST: (Inclusive of the above exclusion criteria): A. Allergy to gadolinium for scans using contrast; will be eligible for non-contrast scans. B. Acute renal failure, renal transplant, dialysis and renal failure individuals (eGFR \<60 mL/min/1.73m2 and/or clinically diagnosed). C. Individuals with a history of liver transplant or severe liver disease. D. Lactating women E. Individuals with hemoglobinopathies or severe asthma. F. Patient preference to not undergo intravenous line placement and/or receive gadolinium contrast. Contrast administration is optional and participants may still undergo a non-contrast study. G. GBCA with an MRI scan in the last 6 months. This includes scan performed with GBCA at any outside institution and / or at the clinical center .In addition, they cannot have reached their maximum of 4 GBCA imaging studies under this protocol. They will be excluded from having a contrast enhanced MRI, but will not be excluded from the protocol for non-contrast MRI studies.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Tracy L Cropper, R.N.

✉ tcropper@cc.nih.gov

📞 (301) 402-6132

Principal Investigator

Bernadette A Redd, M.D.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT01130545 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 100 Years, studying Cardiac Risk Factors. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT01130545 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT01130545 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at tcropper@cc.nih.gov for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT01130545 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Bethesda, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT01130545 clinical trial?

NCT01130545 is sponsored by National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC). The principal investigator is Bernadette A Redd, M.D. at National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC). The trial plans to enroll 1,000 participants.

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