NCT05977621 · Duke University
Trans-Rectal Ultrasound of the Female Pelvis for Real-Time MRI-US Fusion Based Needle Tracking
((TRUS))
What this study is about
The purpose of this study is to utilize transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) images of the intact and post-hysterectomy female pelvis in order to provide feasibility information for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)-TRUS fusion based 3D needle navigation system for use in image guided brachytherapy.
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The purpose of this study is to utilize transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) images of the intact and post-hysterectomy female pelvis in order to provide feasibility information for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)-TRUS fusion based 3D needle navigation system for use in image guided brachytherapy. The fusion and needle guidance will be performed using Eigen Health's navigation system that currently provides targeted MR/Ultrasound fusion based prostate biopsies utilizing a proprietary 3D semi-robotic navigation system.
Interventions
OTHER
Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS)
Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) images of the female pelvis
Primary outcome measures
Number of patients whose MRI and ultrasound images are fused
Time frame: up to 5 weeks
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Histologically proven invasive primary squamous, adenosquamous, or adenocarcinoma of the uterine cervix, (recurrent or medically inoperable) uterine adenocarcinoma.
- Treatment plan must include curative-intent definitive radiation that includes brachytherapy treatments with or without concurrent chemotherapy
- Adults ≥ 18 years of age
- ECOG Performance Status 0-2
Exclusion criteria
- Patients with active rectal bleeding or rectal ulcer
Where
- Durham, North Carolina
Collaborators
Eigen
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Mar 6, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations