Glymphatic MRI Study: Brain fluid imaging trial
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses special MRI scans to look at how fluid moves in your brain. It may help researchers understand brain health better. You'll also have a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to test fluid.
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Who can take part
- You must be able to have an MRI scan (no metal implants, no claustrophobia, and not too heavy for the scanner).
- Your kidney function must be good (a blood test called GFR should be 60 or higher).
- You cannot be pregnant, breastfeeding, or in jail.
- You cannot have allergies to the MRI dye (gadolinium) or more than two drug allergies in total.
- You cannot be on blood thinner medications, and you must not have had brain or spine surgery.
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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