Automating cardiac MRI examinations to improve efficiency
Impact of Acquisition Automation on the Duration and Quality of Cardiac MRI Examinations
This study is testing whether using automated methods for cardiac MRI scans can make the process faster and still provide high-quality images for patients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Geneva Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Geneva) |
| Trial ID | NCT06012890 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of fully automated cardiac MRI protocols compared to traditional manual acquisition by specialized radiology technicians. It aims to determine whether automation can reduce overall scan times while maintaining or improving the quality of the imaging results. Patients undergoing routine cardiac MRI will be recruited, and their examinations will alternate between automated and manual methods to minimize bias. The study will focus on comparing the duration of scans and the quality of the resulting images.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults requiring morphologic and functional assessment of the myocardium through cardiac MRI.
Not a fit: Patients with implantable cardiac devices or those unable to provide informed consent may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance patient comfort and increase clinical efficiency by reducing MRI scan times.
How similar studies have performed: While the automation of MRI acquisition is a growing field, this specific approach is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patient presenting for morphologic and functional assessment of the myocardium by cardiac MRI. * Research consent form obtained after information procedure. * Complete cardiac MRI protocol performed. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients unable to provide informed consent. * Implantable cardiac device * Incomplete cardiac examination due to early termination by the patient. * Incomplete data on examination parameters (missing forms). * Incompatible MRI protocol
Where this trial is running
Geneva
- University Hospital, Geneva — Geneva, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Carl Glessgen, MD — Radiologist
- Study coordinator: Carl Glessgen, MD
- Email: carl.glessgen@hcuge.ch
- Phone: 00795536227
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.