Comparing imaging methods to find leaks after aortic repair
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares three different imaging methods (dynamic CT, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, and CT angiography) to better identify and characterize endoleaks—small leaks that can happen after aortic aneurysm repair. The goal is to find the most accurate way to detect these leaks so patients can get the right treatment sooner.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have had a stent graft placed for an aortic aneurysm (EVAR) before.
- You either have a known endoleak (a leak around the stent graft) or your aneurysm sac has grown by at least 5 mm in the last 6 months.
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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