Mapping knee joint health using advanced MRI techniques
Multiparametric Mapping of Knee Joint with Magnetic Resonance Fingerprinting
['FUNDING_R01'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-10911777
This study is testing a new MRI method to help doctors check the health of knee cartilage in people with osteoarthritis, making it quicker and easier to spot problems early so they can provide better care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10911777 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the diagnosis of osteoarthritis (OA) by developing a new MRI technique called magnetic resonance fingerprinting (MRF). It aims to non-invasively assess the knee joint's cartilage health by measuring key biochemical markers that indicate early degeneration. The MRF approach allows for faster imaging, taking less than 10 minutes, and provides detailed information about the cartilage's structure and composition without the need for contrast agents. This could lead to earlier detection and better management of OA for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing knee pain or those at risk for developing osteoarthritis.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced osteoarthritis who have already undergone significant joint damage may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enable earlier diagnosis and more effective monitoring of osteoarthritis, potentially improving treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results using similar MRI techniques for assessing joint health, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: REGATTE, RAVINDER — NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: REGATTE, RAVINDER
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.
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