Comparing two PET imaging agents for prostate cancer diagnosis
Official title: Head-to-head Comparison of [68Ga]Ga-PSMA-D5 With [68Ga]Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT in Prostate Cancer Diagnosis, Recurrence, and Metastasis: a Prospective Study
Run by Anhui Provincial Hospital · NCT05955677 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing a new PET imaging agent for prostate cancer to see if it works better than the current one in finding the disease and its spread.
Quick facts
| Phase | Early Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | Men only |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Anhui Provincial Hospital Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Hefei, Anhui) |
| Trial ID | NCT05955677 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are men aged 18 to 90 with prostate cancer or suspected recurrence who can provide complete clinical data.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with concurrent malignant tumors or significant liver and kidney dysfunction 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 evaluates the effectiveness of a new PET imaging agent, [68Ga]Ga-PSMA-D5, in diagnosing prostate cancer, detecting recurrence, and identifying metastasis. It involves a head-to-head comparison with the established agent, [68Ga]Ga-PSMA-11, focusing on biodistribution and diagnostic accuracy. Patients will undergo both imaging examinations within a two-week period, and the results will be analyzed for sensitivity, specificity, and lesion identification. The study aims to provide insights into which imaging agent offers better diagnostic capabilities for prostate cancer.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic accuracy for prostate cancer, enhancing patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar PET imaging approaches, suggesting potential for success in this trial.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged from 18 to 90 years old; * Complete MRI images and clinical data (such as PSA level, Gleason grade, etc.); * Prostate cancer detected by PSA or imaging examination, or clinically suspected recurrence after standardized treatment; * simultaneous \[68Ga\]Ga-PSMA-D5 and \[68Ga\]Ga-PSMA-11 examinations within two weeks; * Willing to undergo surgery or needle biopsy for pathological examination after examination, or confirmed as prostate cancer by histopathology before or after treatment; * Sign informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who cannot cooperate with the examination; * Concurrent malignant tumors; * Previous alcohol allergy; * Patients with liver and kidney dysfunction; * Other circumstances deemed by the investigator to be inappropriate for trial participation.
Where it's running
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The First Affiliated Hospital of China University of Science and Technology(Anhui Provincial Hospital)
Hefei, Anhui, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Qiang Xie, MD
- Email: xieqiang1980@ustc.edu.cn
- Phone: +8613721108043
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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.