Developing a new SPECT system for better heart imaging
High performance SPECT System for Cardiac Imaging
['FUNDING_R01'] · MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL · NIH-10527342
This study is working on a new heart scan technology that will help doctors get clearer and more detailed images of your heart, making it easier to diagnose any issues while keeping costs down for hospitals.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10527342 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating an advanced Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) system specifically for cardiac imaging. The goal is to enhance the sensitivity and spatial resolution of heart scans while keeping costs manageable for medical facilities. By utilizing conventional scintillators and innovative technology, the project aims to improve the quality of cardiac imaging, making it more accessible for hospitals and clinics. Patients may benefit from more accurate heart assessments and diagnoses as a result of this improved imaging technology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals requiring cardiac imaging for conditions such as coronary artery disease or other heart-related issues.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cardiac conditions or those who do not require imaging of the heart may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and cost-effective cardiac imaging, improving patient diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in enhancing cardiac imaging techniques, but this specific approach using conventional scintillators is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SABET, HAMID — MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: SABET, HAMID
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Coronary Artery Disease, Coronary Artery Disorder, atherosclerotic coronary disease, coronary arterial disease