New PET scan could better spot tumors in kids with cancer
NCT ID NCT00840047
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special PET scan using a radioactive form of methionine (a natural amino acid) can help doctors see tumors in children and young adults with various cancers, including brain tumors and sarcomas. About 503 participants will be scanned to see if the method works for detecting tumors, checking treatment response, and telling leftover tumor from scar tissue. The goal is to improve how doctors diagnose and monitor cancer without invasive procedures.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee, 38119, United States
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