Brain scan breakthrough could spot Parkinson's years earlier
NCT ID NCT06738862
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 34 times
Summary
This study tested a new type of PET scan that looks for a protein called alpha-synuclein in the brain, which is linked to Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, and a sleep disorder that often leads to Parkinson's. Researchers scanned 55 people, including healthy volunteers and patients, to see if the scan can help diagnose these conditions earlier and more accurately. The goal is to improve early detection and pave the way for better treatments.
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Department of neurology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200025, China
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