Feasibility Study: MRI on 6 Months, 1 Year, and 2 Years Old Children Without Sedation

The purpose of this study is to perform brain scans using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) instrument on children aged 6 months up to 5 year old children. This procedure is usually done with sedation but the study will see if it can be done without sedation.

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Key information

Conditions

Healthy

Age range

6 month–5 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center

Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202, United States

About this study

MRI examination of term infants without sedation at a later age (than newborn) can be feasible.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Term born
Mother is 18 years or older

Exclusion criteria

Any previous or current neurological illness or other serious medical conditions
Any conditions deemed by the investigators that are not suited for a MRI scan.

Treatment and study plan

MRI without sedation

Other

Primary outcomes

Number of participants that can perform an MRI exam without sedation

Time frame: From the time of the start of the MRI until the end of the MRI exam (~2 hours)

Perform MRI exam without sedation at a later age than newborn

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2016
Primary completion: 2022
Study completion: 2022
First posted: Feb 9, 2016
Registry last updated: Oct 20, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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