New scan aims to see tumors more clearly

NCT ID NCT00840047

Summary

This study is testing a new type of imaging scan to see if it can better detect and monitor tumors in children and young adults with cancer. The scan uses a radioactive form of a natural protein building block called methionine. Researchers want to see how well this new scan works compared to standard imaging methods like MRI.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38119, United States

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