Imaging Trial of the Distribution of Topical Gel in the Human Vagina: Enhanced MRI Techniques to Increase Resolution



Status:Not yet recruiting
Conditions:HIV / AIDS
Therapuetic Areas:Immunology / Infectious Diseases
Healthy:No
Age Range:18 - 45
Updated:4/2/2016
Contact:Kurt Barnhart, MD
Phone:215 662 2974

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Trial Summary
Trial Overview
Inclusion Criteria

An Imaging Trial of the Distribution of Topical Gel in the Human Vagina: Enhanced MRI Techniques to Increase Resolution

This study will assess the distribution of topical gel in the human vagina, using enhanced
MRI techniques. The number and size of uncovered areas will be studied, and the upper
genital tract will be examined for the presence of topical gel using MRI.

This study will assess the distribution of topical gel in the human vagina, using enhanced
MRI techniques. The number and size of uncovered areas will be studied, and the upper
genital tract will be examined for the presence of topical gel using MRI. MRIs will be
performed with both a standard pelvic coil and an enhanced resolution endo-rectal coil in
order to obtain maximal resolution. MRI images will be acquired before and after simulated
coitus.

Inclusion Criteria:

- 18 to 45 year old women

- not pregnant

- willingness to use effective method of contraception

- regular menstrual cycle

- normal Pap test result

Exclusion Criteria:

- abnormal pelvic exam

- pregnant or breastfeeding

- claustrophobia or other MRI contraindications

- hypertension, hemolytic anemia,latex allergy

- history of hemorrhoids or irritable bowel syndrome
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Reproductive Research Unit, U of Penn Medical Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104
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