Using Ferumoxytol for MRI in Atherosclerosis Patients
Official title: Clinical Research Protocol of Ferumoxytol for Magnetic Resonance Enhancement Imaging in Patients With Atherosclerosis.
Run by The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School · NCT06551805 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if Ferumoxytol can be safely used as a contrast agent during MRI scans to help people with atherosclerosis get better images of their blood vessels.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 12, 2024 |
| Main results expected | September 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | August 13, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT06551805 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 years and older diagnosed with atherosclerosis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a history of allergic reactions to iron products or those unable to undergo MRI will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of Ferumoxytol as a contrast agent for magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) in patients with atherosclerosis. Participants will undergo safety assessments through vital signs and laboratory tests before and after Ferumoxytol administration. Following the injection, patients will have two MRI scans at specified intervals to assess the diagnostic utility of Ferumoxytol. The study will prospectively enroll eligible patients and document their pre-administration lab results as part of routine clinical assessments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the diagnostic capabilities for patients with atherosclerosis, leading to better management of their condition.
How similar studies have gone: While the use of Ferumoxytol in imaging is being explored, this specific application for atherosclerosis is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Patients aged 18 years and older with atherosclerosis. Exclusion criteria: Individuals with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to iron or dextran. Patients currently receiving oral or intravenous iron therapy. Patients with hemosiderosis or hemochromatosis. Patients with a history of allergic reactions to intravenous iron products or any iron overload-related conditions. Individuals who are unable to undergo magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) due to psychological reasons (such as claustrophobia) or physical reasons (such as the presence of non-compatible metallic objects in the body). Patients with end-stage diseases or life expectancy less than 1 year. Pregnant women. Any other individuals deemed unsuitable for inclusion by the investigator.
Where it's running
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Department of Radiology, the Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University
Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jing Liang
- Email: liangjingxyz@163.com
- Phone: 18262638917
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.