New brain scans could transform sickle cell treatment monitoring

NCT ID NCT04166526

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tests new brain imaging tools to measure oxygen and blood flow in children with sickle cell disease. Researchers will compare these scans with standard MRI to see if they can better track how well treatments like gene therapy or transfusions are working. The goal is to find better ways to decide when and how to treat each patient.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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