New MRI technique could sharpen brain tumor diagnosis
NCT ID NCT04772456
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Summary
This early-phase study tests a special MRI technique that uses a substance called hyperpolarized pyruvate to make brain tumors easier to see. The goal is to see if this method is safe and more accurate than standard MRI for diagnosing gliomas. Up to 5 adults with suspected or known brain tumors will be scanned before surgery, and the MRI results will be compared to the actual tumor tissue analysis.
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Rosy Njonkou Tchoquessi
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Hyperpolarized 13C-Pyruvate
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more accurate, non-invasive way to diagnose brain tumors using MRI.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study with only 5 people. The new imaging method may not prove more accurate than standard MRI, and safety is still being evaluated.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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