MRI could replace biopsy for diagnosing dangerous artery inflammation
NCT ID NCT05865054
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tests whether MRI scans can detect inflammation in the arteries of the head, brain, and eyes in people with suspected giant cell arteritis (GCA). Researchers will enroll 400 adults aged 50 and older with new or worsening symptoms and high inflammation levels. The goal is to see if MRI can accurately identify artery inflammation, potentially offering a less invasive alternative to traditional biopsy.
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3400 Civic Center Blvd
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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Mayo Building and Gonda Building
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGHamilton, Ontario, L8G 5E4, Canada
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University Hospital Wuerzburg
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGWürzburg, Würzburg, 97080, Germany
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