A Study to Learn More About the Material Properties of the Arteries in Healthy Individuals
Overview
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Study type
ObservationalDescribes the nature of a clinical study. Types include:
- Observational study — observes people and measures outcomes without affecting results.
- Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices.
- Medical records research — uses historical information collected from medical records of large groups of people to study how diseases progress and which treatments and surgeries work best.
Study IDs
Site IRB
- Rochester, Minnesota: 12-001763
Sponsor Protocol Number: 12-001763
About this study
The purpose of this research study is to obtain knowledge of the elastic and viscous components of the material properties of the arteries in healthy individuals. All soft tissues have both elastic and viscous components, and we are trying to quantify these properties arterial vessels. The aim of the study is to evaluate if these properties are unique indicators of cardiovascular health.
Participation eligibility
Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Healthy volunteers:
- Normal anatomy of the carotid artery or the brachial artery in the upper arm that can be visualized using ultrasound imaging
- No history of cardiovascular disease
- Age between 18 and 85
- Body Mass Index (BMI) not greater than 30
Exclusion Criteria:
- Prior history of cardiovascular disease
- Prior history of obesity (BMI > 30) smokers
- Positive pregnancy test for female participants, (Pregnant women may have altered vascular function and hemodynamics due to hormonal levels and/or increased blood volume)
- Vulnerable populations such as prisoners
Participating Mayo Clinic locations
Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.
| Mayo Clinic Location |
Status |
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Rochester, Minn.
Mayo Clinic principal investigator Matthew Urban, Ph.D. |
Closed for enrollment |
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