New imaging technique may spot lung cancer recurrence sooner
NCT ID NCT02821936
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
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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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Locations
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APHM
Marseille, 13000, France
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Centre Henri Becquerel
Rouen, 76000, France