Bone scan details to find cause of bone lesions
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study uses a detailed bone scan (SPECT/CT) to better understand what is causing bone problems, such as cancer spread or arthritis. It helps doctors tell the difference between these two causes for better treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must have been referred for a special bone scan called SPECT/CT with a tracer named 99mTc-MDP.
- Your doctor should be checking for cancer that has spread to the bones or for arthritis-like changes.
- You cannot have two different types of cancer at the same time.
- You cannot be pregnant.
- You cannot be very seriously ill.
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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