Using Augmented Reality to Guide MRI-Guided Needle Procedures in Children and Young Adults

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the feasibility and safety of an augmented reality AR system to assist patients undergoing MRI-guided needle procedures such as biopsies, aspirations, or injections. This pilot clinical study aims to determine if the AR system can be successfully used during these procedures without changing the standard care or procedural techniques. The study is sponsored by the Childrens National Research Institute and includes patients ages 3 to 21. Participants will receive their usual MRI-guided needle procedure while the interventional radiologist uses the AR system to better visualize the needle entry point and path toward the target. This device provides a real-time AR display to potentially improve needle placement accuracy and reduce procedure time. After the procedure, patients will be monitored for adverse events for two weeks. During the study, researchers will assess how often the AR system can be successfully used, procedure-related adverse events within 7 days, procedure time, the number of MRI scans performed, and clinical impressions of the systems usefulness. Participants will be evaluated closely with these measures shortly after the procedure. The total participation duration includes the procedure day and a two-week follow-up period to ensure safety and feasibility.

Augmented Reality For MRI-Guided Interventions