New MRI technique could spot dangerous brain pressure without needles

NCT ID NCT03096743

First seen Mar 05, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tests a new MRI method called MR elastography to measure brain stiffness, which may help detect high pressure inside the skull without invasive procedures. Researchers will compare these measurements with eye scans and standard MRI signs in 200 people with and without high brain pressure. The goal is to find a safer, simpler way to diagnose conditions like idiopathic intracranial hypertension.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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