Scientists to scan brains of people with PTSD and alcohol addiction

NCT ID NCT07488819

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study uses a special PET scan tracer to measure a brain protein called PDE4B in people with PTSD or alcohol use disorder. Researchers want to see if levels of this protein differ from healthy individuals. The study involves 160 adults aged 18 to 70 and does not offer treatment, only observation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse combat disorder post-traumatic stress disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Yale University

    RECRUITING

    New Haven, Connecticut, 06510, United States

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