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Predicting Rupture of AAA by Anatomic and Hemodynamic Markers

Completed
Conditions
Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal
Registration Number
NCT02463760
Lead Sponsor
University of Minnesota
Brief Summary

The purpose of the study is to investigate imaging findings, which can help us to predict factors contributing to abdominal aortic aneurysm growth and rupture.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
2
Inclusion Criteria
  • Individuals between 18 and 80 years old receiving medical care at University of Minnesota Medical Center who have a normal aorta CTA within the previous year
  • Or patients with known AAA with growth rate of 0-0.2 cm/year
  • Or patients with known AAA with growth rate of greater than 0.5 cm/year.
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Exclusion Criteria
  • Subjects with ferromagnetic implants
  • Penile implant
  • Hip replacement
  • History of shrapnel or shot gun injury
  • Body mass index ≥ 30
  • Cardiac pacemakers
  • Severe claustrophobia
  • Large tattoos on the torso
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Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Imaging findings correlating with abdominal aortic aneurysm growth and rupture1 year
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

University of Minnesota

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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