Realistic Models of Gastrointestinal Bioelectromagnetism
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Peripheral Vascular Disease |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Cardiology / Vascular Diseases |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 65 |
| Updated: | 4/2/2016 |
| Start Date: | February 2004 |
| End Date: | July 2011 |
| Contact: | Alan Bradshaw, PhD |
| Email: | alan.bradshaw@vanderbilt.edu |
| Phone: | 615-322-0705 |
The purpose of this study is to look at the electrical activity present in healthy and
diseased smooth muscle of the intestines; and develop both mathematical and computer models.
diseased smooth muscle of the intestines; and develop both mathematical and computer models.
The Superconducting QUantum Interference Device (SQUID)is a large cylinder machine located
in a large shielded room that measures magnetic activity of the intestines. Subjects will be
asked to lie underneath and get recordings of the electrical activity of their intestines.
They will also be asked to have a CT scan done. From these two procedures, the mathematical
and computer models will be developed to determine the difference between normal bowels and
those that do not have adequate blood supply.
in a large shielded room that measures magnetic activity of the intestines. Subjects will be
asked to lie underneath and get recordings of the electrical activity of their intestines.
They will also be asked to have a CT scan done. From these two procedures, the mathematical
and computer models will be developed to determine the difference between normal bowels and
those that do not have adequate blood supply.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Normal subjects and those with diseased bowel
Exclusion Criteria:
- Subjects with claustrophobia
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Nashville, Tennessee 37232
Nashville, Tennessee 37232
(615) 322-5000
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