Can Weight-Based dosing sharpen heart scans?
NCT ID NCT05037799
First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study aims to improve the quality of PET heart scans by adjusting the amount of radioactive tracer (rubidium-82) based on patient weight. Researchers will compare image quality across different weight groups in 48 adults with known or suspected heart disease. The goal is to find a dosing method that gives clear images for all body sizes.
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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