PET-CT Imaging for Monitoring Colorectal Cancer After Treatment
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special imaging scan (PET-CT) can better detect if colorectal cancer has come back or spread after treatment. The scan uses a radioactive tracer to light up cancer cells, helping doctors catch recurrence earlier.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon or rectum)
- You have already completed treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination)
- You are not pregnant
- You are able to undergo a PET-CT imaging scan
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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