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Official title Comparison of the Short-Term Effect of Dietary Carbohydrate Restriction Versus Exogenous Ketone Supplementation on Myocardial Glucose Suppression and Timing to Achieve a State of Ketosis Using FDG PET/CT Serial Imaging
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04275453
What this study is testing
What is FDG?
FDG is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for healthy.
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
- The purpose of this study is to test different methods of preparation that can be used prior to a test called an FDG PET/CT scan. FDG PET/CT scans are routinely done for evaluation of heart inflammation.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
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
- Adult patients, at least 18 years of age
- No history of cardiovascular disease, including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, cardiac surgery, arrhythmias per medical...
- No history of diabetes mellitus, chronic liver or kidney disease per medical record review and/or self-report.
- Participants must be informed of the investigational nature of this study and provide written informed consent in accordance with institutional and...
You likely can't join if
- Females who are pregnant or breast-feeding at the time of screening will not be eligible for this study. Female participants of child-bearing...
- Inability to tolerate imaging procedures in the opinion of the investigator or treating physician.
- Serious or unstable medical or psychological conditions that, in the opinion of the investigator would compromise the subject's safety or successful...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.