New PET tracer could spot rare brain tumors without surgery

NCT ID NCT07177482

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tests a special PET scan tracer that targets a protein called Trop-2, found on craniopharyngioma tumors. The goal is to see if this imaging method can accurately detect these rare brain tumors without needing a biopsy. Twenty adults who are scheduled for tumor removal will receive the tracer and then have a PET/CT scan before their surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100070, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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