MRI-Guided Procedure Software for Cancer

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

+1 other location

Overseen ByDavid A Woodrum, M.D., Ph.D.

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This research study is being done to look at new MRI imaging guidance software, Philips Interventional iSuite software, to see if using will improve the physician's ability to quickly place and guide needle tip position for biopsies and ablations.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for patients already scheduled to undergo MR-guided procedures like biopsies or ablations, where needles are inserted through the skin. Pregnant women cannot participate in this study.

Inclusion Criteria

I am scheduled for an MRI-guided procedure that does not require surgery.

Participant Groups

The study is evaluating new MRI imaging guidance software called Philips Interventional iSuite. It aims to see if this software can help doctors more accurately and quickly position needles during interventional procedures.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: MRI guided procedure software evaluationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Evaluate the workflow and effectiveness of the Philips Interventional iSuite software during biopsies and/or ablations versus standard MR imaging in aiding needle placement.