Ultrasound with contrast for pituitary tumor surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial is testing a special ultrasound during surgery to see if it can help doctors find pituitary tumors, especially in Cushing's disease. The contrast agent is a tiny bubble that makes the tumor show up better on ultrasound.
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Who can take part
- You are diagnosed with Cushing's disease or another type of pituitary tumor that needs surgery.
- You are willing to have the surgery through your nose (transsphenoidal resection).
- You are not allergic to contrast agents (microbubbles, perflutren, or polyethylene glycol).
- You are not pregnant (if applicable, a pregnancy test will be done).
- You do not have a heart shunt (right-to-left, bidirectional, or temporary).
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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