Diffusion Tensor MR Study

Protocol Title:

Diffusion Tensor (Magnetic Resonance) Imaging and Tractography in Herniation of the Cervical Spine: An Investigator-Initiated Pilot Study

Working Title:

Diffusion Tensor MR Imaging in Herniation of the Cervical Spine

Summary:

The purpose of this study is to validate the ability of diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and tractography to yield useful clinical information regarding disease progression or regression and response to treatment in patients suspected of having herniation of the cervical spine.

Enrollment Status:

Open for enrollment.

Principal Investigator:

Franklin G. Moser, M.D., M.M.A., F.A.C.R.

IRB Approval Number:

9246

Medical Specialty Area:

Neuroimaging, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Orthopedic Surgery

Condition/Disease:

Cervical spine herniation

IRB Approval Expiration Date:

June 2008 - applied for extension

Contact Information for patients wishing more information:

Name: Laura Blaszkiewicz, R.N., Clinical Coordinator, Radiology Research
Phone: (310) 423-4302
E-mail: blaszkiewicz@cshs.org