New scan aims to see Kids' brain tumors more clearly before surgery

NCT ID NCT03977896

Summary

This study tested whether a special combined PET/MRI brain scan was practical to use in children with a common type of brain tumor. The goal was to see if this scan could provide clearer pictures to help doctors identify the specific tumor type before surgery. Fifteen children aged 5 to 18 participated to check if the scan was feasible and acceptable.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospices Civils de Lyon - Groupement Hospitalier Est - Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant - Service de Neurochirurgie Pédiatrique

    Bron, France

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