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New MRI technique could help surgeons avoid nerve damage

NCT ID NCT03320343

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a special MRI technique called diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) can map pelvic nerves as well as a standard 3D MRI. 20 adults having a pelvic MRI for any reason took part. The goal was to see if DTI gives a clearer picture of key nerves, which could help surgeons avoid injuring them during operations.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help surgeons better see and protect pelvic nerves during operations, potentially reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 20 people, so results may not apply widely. It is testing imaging methods, not a treatment.

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Study facts

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Participants

20 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2019

Finished

Jul 2019

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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

Who is studied

All patients admitted to the Medical Imaging Department of the CHU Nîmes for an MRI examination of the pelvic region for any reason

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * The patient must have given their free and informed consent and signed the consent form * The patient must be a member or beneficiary of a health insurance plan * The patient it at least 18 years old * The patient has been admitted for an MRI examination of the pelvic region, for any reason Exclusion Criteria: * The subject is participating in an interventional study, or is in a period of exclusion determined by a previous study * The subject refuses to sign the consent * It is impossible to give the subject informed information * The patient is under safeguard of justice or state guardianship * The patient is pregnant or breast feeding * There is a contra-indication for MRI (pacemaker, claustrophobic patient) * The patient has had previous pelvic surgery

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Nimes

    Nîmes, 30029, France