New brain scan could end diagnostic delays for tumor patients
NCT ID NCT02022800
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether a special PET scan using 18F-FDOPA can help doctors make better treatment decisions for people with brain tumors (gliomas or metastases) when standard MRI results are unclear. 85 patients whose MRI scans were inconclusive received this PET scan, and researchers measured how much it increased doctors' confidence in choosing the right therapy. The goal was to reduce the usual 3-month waiting period for a clearer diagnosis.
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Centre Antoine Lacassagne
Nice, 06189, France