New brain scan may reveal hidden inflammation in Parkinson's

NCT ID NCT04062526

First seen May 10, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This early-phase study tests whether a new type of PET scan can measure inflammation in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease. Eleven participants, including both Parkinson's patients and healthy volunteers, will receive an imaging drug called 18F-NOS to see if it can detect inflammation. The goal is to learn if this scan could help diagnose or monitor Parkinson's in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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