Comparing two imaging methods for diagnosing pulmonary fibrosis
Official title: Head-to-head Comparison of Diagnosis Value of Pulmonary Fibrosis on 68Ga-FAPI-04 and 18F-FDG PET-CT
Run by Peking Union Medical College Hospital · NCT05121779 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if a new imaging method called 68Ga-FAPI PET/CT can better diagnose and monitor treatment for people with pulmonary fibrosis compared to the standard method, 18F-FDG PET/CT.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Peking Union Medical College Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 18, 2021 |
| Main results expected | December 1, 2025 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | November 25, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05121779 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients with suspected or confirmed pulmonary fibrosis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have known allergies to FAPI may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study investigates the diagnostic value of 68Ga-FAPI PET/CT compared to 18F-FDG PET/CT in patients with pulmonary fibrosis. It aims to determine if 68Ga-FAPI, which targets activated fibroblasts, is more effective in assessing the severity of the disease and monitoring therapy response. The study will involve patients who have suspected or confirmed pulmonary fibrosis and will require their consent to participate. By conducting a head-to-head comparison, the research seeks to provide insights into the most effective imaging modality for this condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic accuracy and treatment monitoring for patients with pulmonary fibrosis.
How similar studies have gone: Preliminary research suggests that FAPI-PET/CT imaging may be more sensitive than FDG-PET/CT for certain inflammatory conditions, indicating potential success for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * suspected or confirmed pulmonary fibrosis patients; * signed written consent. Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy; * breastfeeding; * known allergy against FAPI * any medical condition that in the opinion of the investigator may significantly interfere with study compliance
Where it's running
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Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Zhaohui Zhu, MD — Peking Union Medical College Hospital
- Study coordinator: Zhaohui Zhu, MD
- Email: 13611093752@163.com
- Phone: 86-13611093752
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.