Improving Prostate Cancer Imaging
Inside-Out Nonlinear Gradients to Improve Diffusion MRI
['FUNDING_R01'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11112501
This project aims to make MRI scans for prostate cancer more accurate, helping men get the right diagnosis and treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | YALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11112501 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Current MRI methods for prostate cancer can be unreliable, leading to patients receiving too much or too little treatment, which can cause side effects like incontinence and erectile dysfunction. This project introduces a new type of MRI hardware, a small wand placed between the legs, designed to create stronger, more focused magnetic fields specifically for the prostate. This innovative approach is expected to significantly improve the quality of prostate MRI images. The goal is to provide clearer pictures that can better identify cancerous tissue, leading to more precise diagnoses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Men at risk for or diagnosed with prostate cancer who need improved imaging for diagnosis or treatment planning would be ideal candidates.
Not a fit: Patients whose cancer diagnosis or treatment does not rely on advanced prostate MRI imaging may not directly benefit from this specific technology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this new MRI technology could lead to more accurate prostate cancer diagnoses, helping men avoid unnecessary treatments or ensure they receive timely care.
How similar studies have performed: This project introduces a novel "inside-out" diffusion gradient concept for MRI hardware, making it a new and untested approach.
Where this research is happening
NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES
- YALE UNIVERSITY — NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GALIANA, GIGI — YALE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: GALIANA, GIGI
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: Cancers