PET scan for finding thyroid cancer that has returned after surgery
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a special PET scan (68Ga-FAPI) to see if it can better find thyroid cancer that has come back or spread after surgery. It may help your doctor decide on the best next steps for your care.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with thyroid cancer and had surgery to remove it.
- Your doctor thinks the cancer might have come back or spread.
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and follow the study procedures.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
- You do not have a serious health problem that would make the scan unsafe (like severe heart, lung, liver, or kidney issues).
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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