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Ultrasound and Photoacoustic Imaging of Hydrocephalus in Pediatric Patients
Sponsor: Michael McDowell
Summary
The goal of this study is to out find out the capabilities and limitations of the combined photoacoustic and ultrasound (PAUS) imaging device for diagnosing hydrocephalus in children. The main questions it aims to answer are: * can PAUS imaging allow for new and better ways to rapidly diagnose hydrocephalus? * Can PAUS imaging be used to confirm that treatments for hydrocephalus are working? PAUS imaging has been FDA approved for other medical conditions, but this is the first study to evaluate it for hydrocephalus detection. Participants will undergo imaging through the anterior fontanelle with the dual-mode PAUS imaging device. Each imaging session will take about 30 to 60 minutes. These sessions will take place once before and once after hydrocephalus treatment, as the participant is willing. In some cases, if a patient is having cerebrospinal fluid removed at the bedside, an additional imaging session will occur to monitor the procedure in real-time, if the participant is willing.
Official title: Ultrasound and Photoacoustic Imaging of Hydrocephalus
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
0 Days - 3 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
250
Start Date
2026-09
Completion Date
2029-09
Last Updated
2026-08-25
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
PAUS imaging
PAUS imaging will be conducted before and after hydrocephalus treatment procedures and, if applicable, during cerebrospinal removal procedures at the bedside.