New scan may predict lung cancer spread without surgery

NCT ID NCT05970913

First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looks at whether PET-CT scans can accurately predict if non-small cell lung cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes. Researchers will compare scan results with actual tissue samples from surgery in 280 patients. If successful, this could help doctors decide on treatment without needing invasive procedures.

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Locations

  • Shanghai Cancer Center

    Shanghai, China

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