Improving MRI for children to reduce the need for anesthesia
Enabling the Next Generation of High Performance Pediatric Whole Body MR Imaging
This study is all about making MRI scans for kids quicker and easier, so they can have the tests done without needing anesthesia, which means a safer and less stressful experience for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10669157 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing pediatric MRI technology to allow for faster and more reliable imaging in a child-friendly environment. The goal is to enable more children to undergo MRI scans without the need for anesthesia, making the process safer and less stressful. For those who still require anesthesia, the procedure will be shorter and performed in a safer setting. The project utilizes advanced imaging techniques and equipment designed specifically for pediatric patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who require MRI scans.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 21 or those who do not require MRI scans will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the need for anesthesia in pediatric MRI, leading to safer and more accessible imaging for children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving MRI techniques for pediatric patients, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vasanawala, Shreyas S — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Vasanawala, Shreyas S
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.