Brain scans reveal hidden inflammation in heavy drinkers
NCT ID NCT05885594
First seen Dec 24, 2025 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study uses a special PET/CT scan to measure inflammation in the brain and body of people with alcohol use disorder compared to healthy volunteers. Up to 90 participants will receive one scan with an investigational tracer. The goal is to understand how alcohol affects inflammation, not to provide treatment.
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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