PET scan for parathyroid disease before surgery
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a special PET scan to better locate overactive parathyroid glands before surgery. It may help guide treatment for people with primary hyperparathyroidism.
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Who can take part
- You have high calcium or high parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels in your blood
- You are 18 years or older
- You are scheduled for a PET/CT scan with a radioactive tracer called [11C]Choline
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
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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