PET scan to find insulin-making spots in the pancreas
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Genetic & congenital, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses a special PET scan to find areas in the pancreas that are making too much insulin, which can cause low blood sugar. The scan may help doctors plan surgery to remove these spots and improve blood sugar control.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia, meaning your body makes too much insulin and causes low blood sugar.
- You are eligible for pancreatic surgery, which means you can have an operation on your pancreas.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have any major illness that would make the study risky for you.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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