Can a PET scan predict lung cancer treatment success?

NCT ID NCT04151940

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at how PET/CT scans change during chemoimmunotherapy and radiation for stage IV non-small cell lung cancer. Researchers want to see if these scans can help predict how well the cancer responds to treatment. About 80 participants will undergo standard treatment along with regular PET/CT imaging.

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 help doctors better predict how lung cancer responds to treatment, leading to more personalized care.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study, not testing a new treatment. It may not lead to immediate changes in patient care.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fred Hutch/University of Washington Cancer Consortium

    RECRUITING

    Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States

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