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New treatment option for Coronary Atherosclerosis
Official title Coronary Atherosclerosis T1-Weighted Characterization (CATCH)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03504956
What this study is testing
What is Contrast?
Contrast is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for coronary atherosclerosis.
Also referred to as contrast agent, Gadavist.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study proposes to develop an MRI technique named Coronary Atherosclerosis T1-weighed Characterization (CATCH) that will improve the quality and reliability of coronary atherosclerosis evaluation, as well as simplify the scanning process and significantly shorten imaging time compared with conventional imaging methods.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Inclusion:
- Healthy Volunteers: male or female ≥ 18 years of age with a BMI\<30, with no history of cardiovascular disease
- Patients: Medically stable, male or female ≥ 18 years of age who is have not suspected of having or has been diagnosed with coronary artery disease...
- Contraindications to MR imaging including mechanically, magnetically, or electrically activated implants, ferromagnetic implants and ferromagnetic...
- Inability to tolerate MR imaging secondary to an inability to hold breath for a short time or have claustrophobia.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Inclusion:
- Healthy Volunteers: male or female ≥ 18 years of age with a BMI\<30, with no history of cardiovascular disease
- Patients: Medically stable, male or female ≥ 18 years of age who is have not suspected of having or has been diagnosed with coronary artery disease and undergone stenting or bypass surgery Exclusion:
- Contraindications to MR imaging including mechanically, magnetically, or electrically activated implants, ferromagnetic implants and ferromagnetic foreign bodies, pregnancy.
- Inability to tolerate MR imaging secondary to an inability to hold breath for a short time or have claustrophobia.
- Non-compliant with visit instructions, including following procedure instructions
- Severe allergy to animal dander or animal-instigated asthma
- Specific to gadolinium-based contrast agents: Renal function test does not meet CSMC standard of care MRI contrast protocol requirements (GFR \<45ml/min) or previous allergic reaction to gadolinium-based contrast...
- Volunteers who have had four or more prior previous gadolinium contrast scan
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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