New PET tracer shows promise for spotting myeloma bone lesions
NCT ID NCT03891914
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two types of PET/CT scans—one using a standard tracer (FDG) and another using a newer tracer (FCH)—to see which detects more bone lesions in people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Twenty participants will receive both scans and an MRI within three weeks. The goal is to find a more accurate, one-stop imaging method for initial staging and treatment monitoring.
What this could mean
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Active substance
18F-choline and 18F-FDG (radiopharmaceutical tracers used in PET/CT imaging)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more accurate imaging method for diagnosing multiple myeloma, potentially replacing the need for multiple scans.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The new tracer may not prove significantly better than the current standard.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Bordeaux University Hospital - Haut-Lévêque
Pessac, 33604, France