New scan could spot infection in aching joint replacements
NCT ID NCT00194285
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether a type of PET scan called FDG-PET can tell the difference between an infection and other problems, like loosening, in people with painful joint replacements. About 530 participants will get the scan, and the results will be compared with other tests and patient outcomes. The goal is to improve diagnosis for this challenging condition.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- FDG (a radioactive tracer used in PET scans)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make it easier and more accurate to diagnose infections in painful joint replacements without invasive procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational imaging study, not a treatment trial. The technique may not prove more accurate than existing methods, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States