New PET scan may predict breast cancer drug success

NCT ID NCT02226276

First seen Feb 16, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tests whether a special PET scan can predict if the drug T-DM1 will work in people with advanced HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread. Ten women with metastatic breast cancer received a radioactive tracer to see where the drug goes in the body. The goal is to help doctors identify who will benefit from treatment before starting it.

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Locations

  • City of Hope Medical Center

    Duarte, California, 91010, United States

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