Measuring mitral valve leakage using advanced MRI and deep learning techniques

Mitral Regurgitation Quantification Using Dual-venc 4D flow MRI and Deep learning

['FUNDING_R21'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-10907639

This study is testing a new way to check how well your heart is working if you have mitral valvular regurgitation, using advanced MRI technology and smart computer tools to give a clearer picture of blood flow, so you can get better care and treatment for your heart.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R21']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorNORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded)
Locations1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10907639 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on improving the assessment of mitral valvular regurgitation (MVR), a common heart condition affecting many individuals. It utilizes advanced 4D flow MRI technology combined with deep learning algorithms to provide a more accurate and direct quantification of blood flow dynamics in the heart. By overcoming the limitations of traditional echocardiography, this approach aims to enhance the precision of MVR diagnosis and monitoring, which is crucial for timely treatment decisions. Patients will benefit from a more reliable evaluation of their condition, potentially leading to better management of their heart health.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with mitral valvular regurgitation who require precise assessment of their condition.

Not a fit: Patients without mitral valve regurgitation or those who do not require advanced imaging techniques may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and improved treatment strategies for patients with mitral valve regurgitation.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for cardiac assessments, suggesting that this approach could yield significant advancements in the field.

Where this research is happening

CHICAGO, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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