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7 Tesla MRI Evaluation of the Spine

Switzerland600 participantsStarted 2020-03-04

Plain-language summary

High-resolution MRI (7 Tesla) of the spine is capable to differentiate osseous spurs from discus-material and better depict the compressed nerve in the neuroforamen compared to 3T MRI. Provide the surgeon with a detailed high-resolution anatomical image before surgery and potential no need for CT (if the bony anatomy is of crucial importance).

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria: * Informed consent as documented by signature (Appendix Informed Consent Form) * \>18 years old * Patients presenting chronic back pain (\> 2 months) without recent trauma, previous MRI (1,5 or 3T) for clinicals indications or asymptomatic individuals (for depicting normal microanatomy) Exclusion criteria: * previous surgery * tumor patients * pregnancy or breast feeding * any MRI contra-indications

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

differentiation of compressed nerves in neuroforamen (7T vs 3T)

Timeframe: 2 years

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04441554

SponsorReto Sutter, MD

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-09-30

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