New PET scan tracer could sharpen detection of liver spread in colorectal cancer

NCT ID NCT06935149

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First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a new imaging tracer called 18F-PSMA-1007 can better detect liver metastases in people with colorectal cancer. Participants receive an injection of the tracer and then undergo a PET/CT scan. The goal is to see if this method finds the same liver lesions as standard imaging tools like CT or MRI. If it works, it could offer a more precise way to stage cancer and guide treatment.

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Active substance
18F-PSMA-1007 (a radioactive tracer for PET imaging)
What this could lead to
If successful, this imaging method could help doctors more accurately detect liver metastases in colorectal cancer patients, guiding better treatment decisions.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study with only 5 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The tracer may not detect all lesions, and there are risks from radiation exposure.

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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

5 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2025

Finished

Jun 2026

Lead sponsor

A company

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 100 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Main inclusion criteria: 1. The participants can voluntarily sign informed consent forms 2. The participants are male/female over 20 years old. 3. The participant is currently undergoing cancer staging based on the previous pathological diagnosis of colorectal cancer 4. The participants are confirmed liver metastasis by CT, abdominal ultrasound, MRI, and FDG PET/CT within 30 days before receiving PSMA-PET/CT. 5. WHO performance status ≦ 2 points 6. The participants can lie on table for two hours during PSMA-PET/CT scanning. Main exclusion criteria: To improve the accurate interpretation of PMSA-PET imaging and reduce the occurrence of related-drug adverse events, the participants will be excluded by following below criteria. 1. The colorectal cancer participants was diagnosed other organs metastases with multiple organ metastases not only the liver. 2. The colorectal cancer participants have undergone any treate after diagnosis of liver metastasis. 3. The participants have suffered from liver dysfunction such as AST/ALT ratio \>2、total bilirubin \>1.5 mg/dL within 6 months. 4. The participants suffered stage IV chronic kidney disease (eGFR\<30 mL/min/1.73 m2) within 6 months. 5. The participants suffered acute kidney injury within 6 months. 6. The participants suffered trauma or fracture. 7. The participants are allergic to any radiopharmaceutical or imaging agent. 8. The participants are history of claustrophobia or are inability to remain quiet during the examination.

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  • Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Kaohsiung City, 833401, Taiwan

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