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Explorative Technical Feasibility Testing of 7-Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Musculoskeletal System and of the Head
Led by Reto Sutter, MD · Updated on 2025-10-02
780
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are exploring the technical feasibility of using a 7-Tesla (7T) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner to capture detailed images of the human musculoskeletal system and head. This study aims to identify areas where the higher 7T field strength may provide better qualitative image quality compared to standard 3T MRI scans. The project includes both healthy volunteers and patients with specific musculoskeletal or brain conditions, such as traumatic or degenerative changes or focal lesions like tumors. Participants will undergo a non-invasive MRI examination lasting about one hour using the investigational 7T MRI scanner. When appropriate, a comparable 3T MRI scan will also be performed as a reference standard. This comparison will help researchers evaluate the image quality provided by the 7T scanner. The study involves no masking or blinding and focuses on the technical assessment of the imaging technology. During the study, participants will be assessed for the qualitative image quality of their 7T MRI scans over an average follow-up period of one year. The study team will evaluate the images to compare the clarity and detail with those from 3T scans. Participants must consent to the imaging procedures and will be monitored for safety and compliance throughout the study. The total duration of involvement varies but includes the initial imaging sessions and subsequent image quality evaluations.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Feasibility Testing of 7-Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Consent to undergo a 7T (and, if appropriate a comparative 3T) MRI exam.
- For some of the consistent small series: presence of a specific condition of the musculoskeletal system or of the head, including traumatic or degenerative changes or focal lesions such as tumors.
- Adults aged 18 years or older.
You will not qualify if you...
- Contraindications to MRI examination at 7 Tesla or 3 Tesla.
- Irregular anatomy and/or tissue properties.
- Inability to consent for any reason.
- Body mass above 200 kg.
- Body mass below 30 kg.
- Pregnancy (for women).
- Age below 18 years.
- Known or suspected non-compliance, drug or alcohol abuse.
- Inability to follow the procedures of the study.
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - Approximately 1 hour
Participants undergo a non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examination at 7 Tesla, and if appropriate, a comparative MRI at 3 Tesla as a standard reference.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Balgrist University Hospital
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland, 8008
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Research Team
R
Reto Sutter, Prof.
D
Daniel Nanz, Prof.
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Number of Arms
1
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