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18F-FDG versus 68Ga-FAPI-46 as PET tracer in ER-positive breast cancer - a pilot study
EU CTIS ID: 2023-508066-15-01
What this study is testing
The aim of this pilot study is to determine essential input parameters for an adequate sample size calculation for a diagnostic study that compares the diagnostic accuracy of 18F-FDG and 68Ga-FAPI-46 as PET-tracer in patients with ER+ breast cancer.
- Therapeutic exploratory (Phase II)
A plain-language read of the study's public EU CTIS listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Female patient with histopathologically proven ER+ breast cancer.
- Diagnosed with locally advanced breast cancer (primary tumor >5 cm and/or presence of axillary lymph node metastases) or recurrent breast cancer, or metastatic breast cancer for which 18F-FDG PET/CT or 18F-FDG PET/MRI staging is performed.
- Willing and able to undergo the study procedures.
- Has personally provided written informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Age <18.
- Pregnancy.
- Patients with secondary malignancies (except non-melanoma skin cancer).
- No 18F-FDG PET/CT or 18F-FDG PET/MRI scan.
- Contra-indications for PET/MRI such as pacemaker, aneurysm clips, metallic device in their body, severe claustrophobia, and severe obesity
- Inability to provide informed consent.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female patient with histopathologically proven ER+ breast cancer.
- Diagnosed with locally advanced breast cancer (primary tumor >5 cm and/or presence of axillary lymph node metastases) or recurrent breast cancer, or metastatic breast cancer for which 18F-FDG PET/CT or 18F-FDG PET/MRI staging is performed.
- Willing and able to undergo the study procedures.
- Has personally provided written informed consent.
- Age <18.
- Pregnancy.
- Patients with secondary malignancies (except non-melanoma skin cancer).
- No 18F-FDG PET/CT or 18F-FDG PET/MRI scan.
- Contra-indications for PET/MRI such as pacemaker, aneurysm clips, metallic device in their body, severe claustrophobia, and severe obesity
- Inability to provide informed consent.
- Chronic inflammatory disease such as rheumatoid arthritis.
- Patients with severe hepatic or renal impairment (eGFR ≤45mL/min/1.73m²)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18-64 years, 65+ years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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