Estimation of Biomechanical Aortic Wall Properties in Healthy and Aneurysmal Aortas Using Novel Imaging Techniques

Launched by MAYO CLINIC · Sep 10, 2015

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This clinical trial is studying new imaging techniques to better understand the properties of the aorta, the large blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Specifically, researchers want to see how these techniques can help assess the aorta in people with abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), which is when the aorta becomes enlarged and can potentially be dangerous. By gathering this information, the hope is to improve the way doctors evaluate and treat patients with both healthy and aneurysmal aortas.

To participate in the study, you need to be over 18 years old and able to give consent. You may be eligible if you have an AAA (where the aorta is significantly enlarged) or if you have a normal aorta but need imaging for other medical reasons. However, if you have allergies to certain imaging dyes, severe kidney issues, or are unable to undergo specific imaging tests, you might not qualify. If you decide to join, you can expect to undergo some imaging tests that use these new techniques, which could help enhance our understanding of your condition and lead to better care in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients \>18 years of age with ability to provide informed consent.
• • Patients with either symptomatic or asymptomatic AAA as defined by aortic diameter ≥ 1.5x normal diameter.
• • Patients with non-aneurysmal aortas who require aortic contrast imaging or echocardiography for preoperative planning or other reason.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with contraindication to IV contrast such as allergy or severe kidney dysfunction.
• • Patients who do not require contrast imaging or echocardiogram as part of their care plan.
• • Terminally ill patients, and patients with estimated life expectancy of ≤ 6 months.
• • Patients unable to tolerate magnetic resonance imaging.