Evaluating lymph nodes using advanced ultrasound techniques
In vivo Evaluation of Lymph Nodes Using Quantitative Ultrasound
This study is looking to make it easier to tell if cancer has spread to lymph nodes by using special ultrasound techniques, and it's for patients who are having tests on their lymph nodes to help guide their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10898025 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the detection of cancer spread to lymph nodes using quantitative ultrasound (QUS) methods. By collaborating with multiple institutions, the project aims to validate and enhance existing techniques that can differentiate between metastatic lymph nodes and those affected by benign conditions or primary lymphomas. Patients undergoing fine-needle aspirations (FNAs) of suspicious lymph nodes will have their ultrasound data analyzed to improve disease staging and treatment options. The study will involve a diverse patient population to ensure broad applicability of the findings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with suspicious lymph nodes who are scheduled for fine-needle aspiration procedures.
Not a fit: Patients without suspicious lymph nodes or those not requiring fine-needle aspirations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment plans for patients with lymph node involvement in cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results using similar quantitative ultrasound techniques, indicating potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mamou, Jonathan — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Mamou, Jonathan
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.