MRI Hydronephrosis Study
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Cardiology, Nephrology |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Cardiology / Vascular Diseases, Nephrology / Urology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | Any - 2 |
| Updated: | 5/5/2014 |
| Start Date: | February 2012 |
| End Date: | January 2016 |
| Contact: | Jonathan Dillman, M.D. |
| Phone: | 734-763-2571 |
Comparison of Rapid Protocol Noncontrast MRI vs. Ultrasound in the Evaluation of Pediatric Hydronephrosis
The purpose of this study is to compare a rapid noncontrast MRI protocol not requiring
sedation to ultrasound in the assessment of hydronephrosis.
sedation to ultrasound in the assessment of hydronephrosis.
Ultrasound is the most commonly performed imaging modality used to assess hydronephrosis.
The average renal ultrasound exam takes about 15-25 minutes to complete, however, it does
have several disadvantages, including substantial operator dependence, having to rely on an
adequate "sonographic window" to see the structures of interest and difficulty in
visualization of portions of the kidney and urinary tracts.
Recent MRI advances have made rapid imaging possible. Such imaging has minimized motion
related artifacts and need for sedation.
This study is to compare traditional ultrasound imaging to a raid noncontrast protocol MRI
examination of the kidneys and urinary tract that would require no sedation and less than 15
minutes to perform.
The average renal ultrasound exam takes about 15-25 minutes to complete, however, it does
have several disadvantages, including substantial operator dependence, having to rely on an
adequate "sonographic window" to see the structures of interest and difficulty in
visualization of portions of the kidney and urinary tracts.
Recent MRI advances have made rapid imaging possible. Such imaging has minimized motion
related artifacts and need for sedation.
This study is to compare traditional ultrasound imaging to a raid noncontrast protocol MRI
examination of the kidneys and urinary tract that would require no sedation and less than 15
minutes to perform.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Children 2 years of age and younger
- Diagnosed with hydronephrosis and scheduled for an ultrasound scan
Exclusion Criteria:
- Healthy subjects
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