← Back to Search

MRI + MRSI for Brain Tumor

Phase 1
Recruiting
Led By Susan M Chang, MD
Research Sponsored by Susan Chang
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Patients must not have New York Heart Association (NYHA) grade II or greater congestive heart failure
Patients must have a Karnofsky performance status of > 60
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 4 years
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is testing how well MR imaging and MR spectroscopic imaging work in detecting changes in lower grade gliomas. The results may help researchers learn more about practical ways of evaluating and treating patients with brain tumors.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with lower grade glioma who are either being monitored or scheduled for treatment due to tumor recurrence. They must have a life expectancy over 12 weeks, be in good physical condition (Karnofsky score >60), not have severe heart issues, HIV, other cancers (except certain skin cancers/cervical carcinoma in-situ), and no major uncontrolled illnesses. Pregnant/breastfeeding women are excluded; others must use effective contraception.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests how well serial MR imaging and MR spectroscopic imaging can track changes in lower grade gliomas over time. It aims to improve the evaluation of brain tumors and standardize treatments by using these advanced diagnostic procedures.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While the trial primarily involves diagnostic imaging techniques that are generally safe, potential side effects may include discomfort during the MRI procedure, reactions to contrast agents if used (like mild allergic reactions or kidney function impairment), and anxiety or claustrophobia.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
Select...
My heart functions well and I do not have severe heart failure.
Select...
I am able to care for myself but may not be able to do active work.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 4 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 4 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change in peak bicarbonate/pyruvate between scans
Change in peak lactate/pyruvate between scans
Number of treatment-emergent adverse events (AEs)
+2 more

Side effects data

From 2022 Phase 3 trial • 53 Patients • NCT00033293
19%
87900-Vomiting(targeted toxicity)
15%
11400-Agitation
8%
11600-Alanine aminotransferase increased
8%
16800-Bladder infection
8%
44800-Infections and infestations - Other specify
8%
58700-Nystagmus
4%
15000-Aspartate aminotransferase increased
4%
88500-White blood cell decreased
4%
15300-Ataxia
4%
33900-Fever
4%
25700-Diarrhea
4%
43100-Hypokalemia
4%
69700-Rash maculo-papular(targeted toxicity)
4%
13200-Anemia
4%
33300-Febrile neutropenia
4%
57600-Nausea(targeted toxicity)
4%
20500-Catheter related infection
4%
58300-Neutrophil count decreased
4%
41300-Hypercalcemia
4%
41400-Hyperglycemia(targeted toxicity)
4%
41600-Hyperkalemia
4%
42600-Hypoalbuminemia
4%
42700-Hypocalcemia
4%
64400-Personality change
4%
41500-Hyperhidrosis
4%
13500-Anorexia
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Arm I (Chemotherapy, Immunoglobulin Therapy)
Arm II (Chemotherapy, Observation)

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Cohort 2 (MRI, hyperpolarized carbon C 13 pyruvate, MRSI)Experimental Treatment3 Interventions
Patients undergo MRI scan at baseline. Patients then receive hyperpolarized carbon C 13 pyruvate IV over less than 1 minute and undergo MRSI scan at baseline. Patients then continue to undergo MRSI scans that follow the clinical MRI schedule set by doctors to monitor patients' care.
Group II: Cohort 1 (MRI, MRSI) (CLOSED TO ENROLLMENT)Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
Patients undergo MRI and MRSI scans over 1 hour at baseline. Patients then continue to undergo MRSI scans that follow the clinical MRI schedule set by doctors to monitor patients' care. Participants enrolled in cohort 1 may later enroll in cohort 2 of study once eligibility has been reviewed and approved by neuro-oncologist
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
2017
Completed Phase 3
~1190
Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopic Imaging
2012
Completed Phase 1
~430
Hyperpolarized Carbon C 13 Pyruvate
2018
Completed Phase 1
~10

Find a Location

Who is running the clinical trial?

Phillips-MedisizeUNKNOWN
Susan ChangLead Sponsor
4 Previous Clinical Trials
217 Total Patients Enrolled
Sigma-AldrichUNKNOWN
1 Previous Clinical Trials
65 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Low Grade Glioma Clinical Trial 2023: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04540107 — Phase 1

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is exposure to Magnetic Resonance Imaging detrimental in any way?

"Our internal assessment of MRI's security has given it a score of 1. This is because this particular trial only possesses limited information on the safety and efficacy of Magnetic Resonance Imaging."

Answered by AI

Does this research project accept participants at the current time?

"As per the data on clinicaltrials.gov, this research project is actively recruiting patients. The trial was first brought to light on November 1st, 2017 and its details were last updated in December 14th 2021."

Answered by AI

How many individuals are actively engaged in this research trial?

"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov data suggests that this research trial, which was initially advertised on 1st November 2017, is currently recruiting patients. Three hundred people are required to be enrolled from one medical site."

Answered by AI
~25 spots leftby Jan 2025