Overview

Use of Fluorescein Dye for the Removal of Brain Tumors

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2018-06-01
Target enrollment:
0
Participant gender:
All
Summary
Fluorescein is a dye agent that can be injected through an intravenous line. It has been shown to help tell the difference between brain tumor tissue and normal brain tissue when it is used together with a specialized filter on a microscope in the operating room. The investigators plan to study the use of fluorescein in the removal of brain tumors at a low dose.
Accepts Healthy Volunteers?
No
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University of Pittsburgh
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age of 18 or greater

2. Plan for elective removal of a brain tumor at UPMC Shadyside with either Dr. Engh or
Dr. Amankulor.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. History of adverse reaction to fluorescein.

2. Emergent surgical procedure (consent not feasible).

3. Creatinine of > 2.0 (drug is excreted renally).

4. Known ongoing pregnancy.