PET-CT scans show promise for spotting tricky heart infections
NCT ID NCT03695861
First seen Jun 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a special scan called PET-CT can help doctors diagnose infections on the heart's natural valves. 31 adults with suspected endocarditis received the scan. The goal was to see how well the scan detects the infection and finds any spread to other parts of the body.
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University hospital, Bordeaux
Pessac, 33604, France
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