New PET scan could spot lung cancer better than current standard
NCT ID NCT05617742
First seen May 16, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026
Summary
This study compared a new type of PET scan (68Ga-FAPI) to the standard FDG-PET scan in 58 people with known or suspected lung cancer. The goal was to see if the new scan could more accurately find and stage lung tumors. Participants received both scans, and results were checked against tissue samples or follow-up. The study is complete, and findings may help improve how lung cancer is diagnosed.
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Department of Nuclear Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
Taoyuan, Taiwan
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