New imaging technique may spot lung cancer recurrence sooner

NCT ID NCT02821936

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Centre Henri Becquerel Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether a special type of PET scan called parametric imaging can better predict if lung cancer will come back within a year after chemoradiation. Researchers compared it to standard PET scans in 40 patients with non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this technique could help doctors decide when to adjust treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a more accurate way to predict lung cancer recurrence, helping doctors adjust treatment earlier.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants. It is observational and does not test a new treatment, so results may not change practice directly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung neoplasm non-small cell lung carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

NON-SMALL CELL LUNG CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

APHM

Marseille, 13000, France
Centre Henri Becquerel

Rouen, 76000, France

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