Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 20 and up

Using Magnetic Resonance Elastography to assess abdominal aortic aneurysms

Official title: Magnetic Resonance Elastography in Patients With Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

Run by Ohio State University · NCT02387255 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a new imaging technique can help doctors better understand the risk of rupture in abdominal aortic aneurysms by measuring how stiff they are.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment165 (estimated)
SponsorOhio State University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Columbus, Ohio)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 2014
Main results expectedOctober 31, 2030
Study endsOctober 31, 2030
Registry record updatedOctober 21, 2026
Trial IDNCT02387255 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with abdominal aortic aneurysms who can tolerate MRI procedures.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are claustrophobic, pregnant, or have non-MRI safe metal/devices in their body may 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 study aims to utilize Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE) to measure the stiffness of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), providing a more sensitive assessment of rupture risk compared to traditional diameter measurements. By validating stiffness estimates against mechanical testing and histopathology in AAA patients undergoing surgery, the study seeks to enhance the understanding of AAA risk factors. MRE is a non-invasive technique that could revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases by making stiffness assessments widely available.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more accurate risk assessments for AAA rupture, potentially improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: While MRE is already used for assessing hepatic fibrosis, its application in evaluating AAA stiffness is novel and has not been extensively tested in this context.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Must be able to lie flat on their back in the scanner for up to 60 minutes
* Must be able to hold breath for up to 15 seconds

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who are claustrophobic
* Patients who are pregnant
* Patients with any unapproved, non-MRI save metal/devices in or on their body

Where it's running

  • The Ohio State University Medical Center
    Columbus, Ohio, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Arunark Kolipaka, PhD — The Ohio State University Medical Center Dept. of Radiology
  • Study coordinator: Kristin L Thompson, B.S.
  • Email: Kristin.Thompson@osumc.edu
  • Phone: 614-366-5429

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.