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New MRI dye could help doctors see bladder cancer depth without surgery

NCT ID NCT04369560

Diagnosis Sponsor: Jodi Maranchie Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-phase study tests a new MRI technique that uses two contrast agents (gadobutrol and ferumoxytol) placed directly into the bladder to improve staging of bladder cancer. Researchers will compare MRI images to actual tumor samples from surgery to see if the scan can accurately show how deep the cancer has grown. The study involves 42 adults with bladder tumors who are scheduled for either tumor removal or bladder removal surgery.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Gadobutrol and ferumoxytol (contrast agents)
What this could lead to
If successful, this MRI method could help doctors more accurately determine bladder cancer stage without invasive biopsies.
What could go wrong
This is a very early phase 1 study with only 42 people. The new MRI technique may not be more accurate than current methods, and there are risks from the contrast agents and catheter placement.

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Study facts

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Phase

Early phase 1

The earliest testing in people: a first look at safety, in a very small group.

Participants

About 42 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2025

Expected to finish

Dec 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 90 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. 18 to 90 years of age 2. Able to understand and willing to sign a written informed consent document 3. A papillary tumor identified by cystoscopy that has been scheduled for TURBT OR histologically proven MIBC that is clinically localized and amenable to surgical resection with curative intent. 4. Performance status of ECOG 0 or 1 5. Normal renal function as defined as creatinine less than 1.5 x institutional upper limit of normal (ULN) OR creatinine clearance greater than or equal to 50 mL/min/1.73 m2 by Cockcroft-Gault formula for subjects with creatinine levels greater than or equal to 1.5 x ULN. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Severe hypersensitivity reaction to gadobutrol or ferumoxytol. 2. Severe claustrophobia that will prevent completion of the MRI study. 3. Any MRI-non-compatible implanted device, prosthetic or pacemaker. 4. Known or suspected metastatic disease. 5. Women with active pregnancy, lactation or plans to conceive 6. Untreated urinary tract infection 7. Known urethral stricture disease that would prohibit placement of foley catheter. 8. Any other conditions considered as unacceptable risk by the treating physician

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bladder papillary urothelial carcinoma infiltrating bladder urothelial carcinoma urinary bladder carcinoma urinary bladder neoplasm Urinary Bladder Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

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Urinary bladder neoplasms

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - Dept of Urology

    RECRUITING

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232, United States

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