Imaging study to measure the aorta using new techniques
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses special imaging to better measure how the aorta wall behaves in people with an enlarged aorta (an aneurysm) and in some people without an aneurysm. Results may help doctors understand aneurysm risk and plan care more precisely.
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Who can take part
- You must be older than 18 and able to give informed consent.
- You either have an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) or need aortic imaging even though your aorta is not enlarged.
- Your AAA must be big enough: at least 1.5 times the usual (normal) aortic size.
- You must be able to receive IV contrast when needed and not have a strong allergy or severe kidney problems.
- You should have MRI imaging tolerance (you’re not unable to tolerate MRI).
- You must not be in the last stage of life or expected to live 6 months or less.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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