New PET tracer could sharpen detection of aggressive breast cancer

NCT ID NCT06203119

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First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-DOTA-BPP, which targets a protein (ACE) found on some cancer cells. Researchers want to see if it can improve PET/CT imaging for people with triple-negative breast cancer, a type that can be harder to detect. The trial involves 20 participants and will compare the new tracer's images with standard scans and lab results.

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Active substance
a radioactive tracer called 68Ga-DOTA-BPP, given as an injection before PET/CT imaging
What this could lead to
If successful, this imaging method could provide a more precise way to detect and stage triple-negative breast cancer, potentially guiding better treatment decisions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The tracer's effectiveness and safety are still being evaluated.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 1

The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.

Participants

About 20 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Mar 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria 1. Age 18 to 75 years, inclusive; sex unrestricted. 2. Patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) or suspected TNBC who are scheduled to undergo pathological tissue biopsy or surgical treatment for the tumor in the near future (within 2 months). 3. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0 or 1. 4. Estimated life expectancy of ≥12 weeks. 5. Adequate hematologic, coagulation, hepatic, and renal function, defined as follows: WBC ≥4.0 × 10⁹/L or neutrophil count ≥1.5 × 10⁹/L; PLT ≥100 × 10⁹/L; Hb ≥90 g/L; PT or APTT ≤1.5 × the upper limit of normal (ULN); Total bilirubin ≤1.5 × ULN; ALT and AST ≤2.5 × ULN, or ≤5 × ULN in patients with liver metastases; ALP ≤2.5 × ULN, or ≤4.5 × ULN in patients with bone or liver metastases; BUN ≤1.5 × ULN; Serum creatinine ≤1.5 × ULN. 6:Presence of at least one measurable target lesion according to RECIST version 1.1. 7::Female participants must use effective contraceptive measures during the study period and for 6 months after completion of the study. Male participants must agree to use effective contraceptive measures during the study period and for 6 months after completion of the study. 8:Ability to understand the study procedures, voluntarily sign the informed consent form (ICF), and demonstrate good compliance with study requirements. 9:Baseline assessment established based on \^18F-FDG PET/CT findings. Exclusion Criteria 1. Presence of any of the following conditions: brain metastases, except asymptomatic primary or metastatic brain tumors that do not require treatment; carcinomatous meningitis; myocardial infarction within 6 months prior to enrollment; unstable angina; high risk of uncontrolled arrhythmia; history of coronary artery bypass grafting; cerebrovascular accident within 6 months prior to enrollment; congestive heart failure (NYHA Class III-IV); pulmonary embolism; deep vein thrombosis; concurrent infection requiring intravenous antibiotic treatment within the previous 2 weeks; or receipt of immunosuppressive therapy following organ transplantation. 2. Primary central nervous system tumors. 3. HBV DNA ≥10⁴ copies/mL or ≥2,000 IU/mL. 4. HCV RNA ≥1,000 copies/mL. 5. Positive HIV antibody or syphilis antibody test. 6. History of acute or subacute intestinal obstruction or inflammatory bowel disease. 7. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, or plans to become pregnant during the study period. 8. Known allergy to the investigational drug or any of its excipients. 9. History of substance abuse involving psychiatric medications that cannot be discontinued, or presence of a psychiatric disorder. 10. Inability to lie flat for at least 30 minutes. 11. Known allergy to any component of the imaging agents or antibodies used in the study. 12. Inability to undergo PET/CT imaging. 13. Any other condition that, in the investigator's judgment, makes the participant unsuitable for participation in the study.

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Locations

  • Ethics Committee of Peking University Cancer Hospital

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    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100142, China

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