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Study of Effectiveness of Smaller Gauge Fenestrated Catheters for Use in IV Contrast Enhanced CT Scans
NCT01772550 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare multidetector computed tomography (CT) image quality following peripheral venous high pressure injection of iodinated intravenous contrast media between a 20 gauge (GA) fenestrated, intravenous catheter (BD Nexiva™ Diffusics™) and an 18 GA non-fenestrated, intravenous catheter. In the contrast enhanced CT procedure (CECT), a machine (power injector) is used to rapidly deliver contrast agent to an individual's circulatory system. The contrast allows for greater differentiation of tissues in images of the area of interest, affording a better opportunity to visually assess the area and hence make a more accurate diagnosis. CECT often requires a high rate of contrast flow (≥ 5 mL/sec) through the IV catheter to provide sufficient contrast for an acceptable image. Typically an 18 GA IV catheter is required to achieve these high flow rates; however, often the patient does not have a vein that will accommodate this large size catheter. The BD Nexiva™ Diffusics™ IV catheter is designed to deliver a higher flow rate than a conventional catheter of the same gauge by incorporating fenestrations (small openings) near the tip of the catheter that allow fluid to exit the catheter in addition to that which normally exits through the main opening at the tip of the catheter.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DEVICE 20GA BD Nexiva Diffusics
- DEVICE 18GA Conventional Catheter
Study Locations (1)
Maryland
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center — Baltimore
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 238 participants |
| Start Date | 2013-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2013-02 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01772550
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01772550 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 238 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Becton, Dickinson and Company, which has 11 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which 20GA BD Nexiva Diffusics is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT01772550 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Maryland. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01772550 about?
NCT01772550 is a clinical study titled "Study of Effectiveness of Smaller Gauge Fenestrated Catheters for Use in IV Contrast Enhanced CT Scans". The purpose of this study is to compare multidetector computed tomography (CT) image quality following peripheral venous high pressure injection of iodinated intravenous contrast media between a 20 gauge (GA) fenestrated, intravenous catheter (BD Nexiva™ Diffusics™) and an 18 GA non-fenestrated, int...
What is the current status of trial NCT01772550?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 238 participants. The study started on 2013-01. Estimated completion is 2013-02.
What conditions does trial NCT01772550 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01772550?
The interventions under investigation include: 20GA BD Nexiva Diffusics (DEVICE), 18GA Conventional Catheter (DEVICE). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01772550?
This trial is sponsored by Becton, Dickinson and Company, which has 11 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT01772550 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Maryland. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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