Improving MRI techniques for assessing gynecologic cancers
Rapid motion-robust quantitative DCE-MRI for the assessment of gynecologic cancers
This study is working on improving MRI scans to help doctors get clearer pictures of cervical cancer, making it easier to see how the tumors are doing and decide on the best treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874570 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing MRI technology to better evaluate gynecologic cancers, particularly cervical cancer. It aims to develop rapid motion-resistant dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) techniques that can provide reliable and reproducible imaging data. By using advanced methods like radial imaging and compressed sensing, the study seeks to create parametric maps that reveal important information about tumor vascularity and oxygenation, which can influence treatment decisions. This approach could lead to more accurate assessments of tumors and their response to therapies such as chemotherapy and radiation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with gynecologic cancers, particularly those undergoing treatment or evaluation for cervical cancer.
Not a fit: Patients with non-gynecologic cancers or those not undergoing MRI evaluations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely assessments of gynecologic cancers, improving treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced MRI techniques for cancer assessment, indicating that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Otazo, Ricardo — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Otazo, Ricardo
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.