GSI Cardiac Scan for Coronary CT Angiography
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new CT scan method for heart health, using technology on GE HealthCare's Revolution Apex CT system. Participants will be divided into two groups: one group will receive a Coronary CT Angiography (a detailed heart scan), and the other group includes individuals with a history of heart attacks or those undergoing heart catheterization (a procedure to check heart blood flow). Those scheduled for a heart scan or who have had a heart attack might be suitable for this trial. Participation requires involvement for about one day.
As an unphased study, this trial provides a unique opportunity to contribute to advancing heart health technology.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that the GSI Cardiac Scan is safe for coronary CT angiography?
Research shows that coronary CT angiography (CCTA), similar to the GSI Cardiac scan, is generally safe and easy for patients to handle. Studies have found that CCTA uses less radiation than other tests, such as nuclear stress testing, making it a safer option for many people.
Other research indicates that CCTA is a non-invasive and effective way to assess heart health in individuals who might have heart problems, offering a good alternative to more invasive procedures. The GSI Cardiac scan aims to gather information using a new CT system. Although specific safety data for the GSI mode is not yet available, the similar CCTA procedure has a history of safety.
Overall, evidence suggests that the GSI Cardiac scan should be easy to tolerate, with a low risk of side effects based on knowledge of similar scans.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the GSI Cardiac on Revolution Apex trial because it is evaluating innovative cardiac imaging techniques that could revolutionize how heart conditions are diagnosed. Unlike current methods, which often rely on invasive procedures like cardiac catheterization, this trial explores the potential of advanced cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) to provide detailed heart images non-invasively. This could lead to quicker, safer, and more accurate assessments of heart health, especially in patients with a history of heart attacks or known coronary disease. By enhancing the imaging process, the study aims to improve early detection and treatment planning, paving the way for better patient outcomes.
What evidence suggests that the GSI Cardiac Scan is effective for coronary CT angiography?
Research has shown that Coronary CT Angiography (CCTA) effectively diagnoses heart problems, particularly in individuals with stable chest pain. It surpasses other tests in detecting and ruling out blocked heart arteries. This trial tests the GSI Cardiac scan, a new method alongside CCTA, using advanced imaging techniques to potentially enhance clarity and accuracy. Although specific data on the GSI Cardiac scan's effectiveness is still being collected, advancements in imaging technology suggest it could offer more reliable heart issue diagnoses. Early results indicate it might deliver better image quality with reduced radiation.13678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Brian Thomsen
Principal Investigator
GE Healthcare
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Data Collection
Participants undergo CT scans using the GSI Cardiac mode on the Revolution Apex CT system
Safety Monitoring
Participants are monitored for adverse events over a 12-month period
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- GSI Cardiac Scan
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Known history of heart attack (myocardial infarction) or undergoing a standard of care cardiac catheterization due to known disease
Undergoing a standard of care CCTA
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
GE Healthcare
Lead Sponsor
Fotis Vlachos
GE Healthcare
Chief Marketing Officer since 2024
PhD in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from the University of Massachusetts, MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Peter J. Arduini
GE Healthcare
Chief Executive Officer since 2022
MBA from Northwestern University, BSc in Marketing from Susquehanna University
University of Washington
Collaborator
Citations
NCT06702917 | GSI Cardiac on Revolution Apex - US
The goal of this clinical data collection study is to collect raw CT scan data using a new GSI Cardiac mode on GE HealthCare's Revolution Apex CT system.
Comparative Effectiveness of Coronary CT Angiography and ...
The pooled data showed a reduction of 14% (95% CI: 5%, 22%) in LOS for the CCTA arm compared with SOC arm (Fig 2). In group 1, considering the ...
First experience with monochromatic coronary computed ...
The aim of the study was to evaluate the optimal combination of monochromatic image energy and adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction (ASiR) for ...
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In patients with stable chest pain, CTA is more effective than functional testing for the diagnosis as well as for reliable exclusion of obstructive CAD.
Feasibility study of 'Triple-Low' technique for coronary ...
This study aims to explore the feasibility of applying the “Three-Low” technique (low injection rate, low iodine contrast volume, low radiation dose) in ...
Safety of Coronary CT Angiography and Functional Testing ...
Compared to nuclear stress testing, CTA's lower radiation dose, independent of patient characteristics, makes it an attractive test choice. Radiation dose ...
Efficacy and safety of coronary computed tomography ...
The strategy employing coronary CTA is an effective and safe, non-invasive, outpatient-based alternative to ICA for patients with a high clinical likelihood of ...
Selecting a CT scanner for cardiac imaging: the heart of ...
Coronary angiography to assess the presence and degree of arterial stenosis is an examination now routinely performed on CT scanners.
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