Ultrasound of the Spleen Utilizing Low-energy (Diagnostic Level) Insonification.

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-50
SponsorNorthwell Health

About this trial

This is a three-cohort, randomized, double-blinded , sham-controlled, single-center, early feasibility research trial to determine whether organ-specific biologic effects on platelet activity and coagulation are achievable through selective ultrasound of the spleen utilizing low-energy (diagnostic-level) insonification.

* Group 1: Focused insonification at center of the spleen. * Group 2: Prolonged duration insonification at center of the spleen * Group 3: Prolonged duration insonification across the spleen.

Participants will receive 30 minutes of sham stimulation in the randomized group that is assigned to them, followed by active stimulation within the same group. Blood biomarkers (local and systemic) will be measured before and at several timepoints after stimulation to measure the molecular and cellular effects of the device

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Provision of signed and dated informed consent form

Willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the entire study duration

Male or female, aged 18 to 50 years

Individuals without physical disabilities or conditions/diseases that may make them incapable of undergoing the study procedure or otherwise places them at a greater risk of harm.

Disqualifiers

Individuals participating in another research study that may affect the conduct or results of this study

Individuals considered substantially overweight or obese via body mass index (BMI > 30)

surgery in the past 90 days

previous surgery of the spleen or splenectomy, esophagus, lungs, stomach, duodenum, or liver

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Ultrasound Pulsed Doppler Imaging System

Treatment groups

39 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Northwell Health

Lead sponsor

GE Healthcare

Collaborator