New scan method could improve fungal infection care in cancer patients

NCT ID NCT02955966

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether a special type of scan (PET/CT) can help doctors see if treatment for a serious fungal lung infection is working earlier than usual. It involved 51 adults with blood cancer and invasive pulmonary aspergillosis. The goal was to see if the scan results matched other lab tests and could guide treatment decisions.

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  • Department of Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Necker enfants malades hospital

    Paris, Paris, 75015, France

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