Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of the study is to investigate imaging findings, which can help us to predict factors contributing to abdominal aortic aneurysm growth and rupture.
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Individuals between 18 and 80 years old receiving medical care at University of Minnesota Medical Center who have a normal aorta CTA within the previous year * Or patients with known AAA with growth rate of 0-0.2 cm/year * Or patients with known AAA with growth rate of greater than 0.5 cm/year.
Exclusion criteria
* Subjects with ferromagnetic implants * Penile implant * Hip replacement * History of shrapnel or shot gun injury * Body mass index ≥ 30 * Cardiac pacemakers * Severe claustrophobia * Large tattoos on the torso
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Imaging findings correlating with abdominal aortic aneurysm growth and rupture | 1 year |
Countries
United States