New scan could spot hidden artery disease faster
NCT ID NCT06335888
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new type of PET/CT scan (AzaFol) to see if it can better diagnose giant cell arteritis, a condition that causes inflamed blood vessels. About 70 people with suspected GCA will get the new scan and a standard scan to compare accuracy. The goal is to improve diagnosis and reduce the need for invasive biopsies.
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Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital
RECRUITINGBern, 3010, Switzerland
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