New study tests brain scans and spinal fluid to catch cancer spread early

NCT ID NCT05130840

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study explores whether routine brain scans and spinal fluid tests can detect early signs of brain cancer in people with HER2-positive breast cancer. Researchers aim to see if these tests are practical and can help start treatment sooner. The study involves about 9 participants with either early-stage or advanced breast cancer who do not yet have brain involvement.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

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