New imaging probe for detecting triple-negative breast cancer

Construction and Clinical Translation of ACE Targeted Nuclear Medicine Imaging Probe

Observational Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute · NCT06203119

This study is testing a new imaging tool to see if it can help find triple-negative breast cancer more accurately and improve treatment options for patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment20 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorPeking University Cancer Hospital & Institute Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06203119 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the clinical predictive value of a novel imaging probe, 68Ga-DOTA-BPP, in patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). The study utilizes positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) to assess the effectiveness of this probe in identifying ACE expression in TNBC cells. Participants will undergo PET/CT imaging to provide insights into patient screening and treatment efficacy before targeted therapies. The goal is to establish a reliable imaging platform for ACE-targeted therapies in TNBC.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-75 with confirmed triple-negative breast cancer who require PET/CT imaging for diagnosis or staging.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, nursing, or have severe hepatic or renal dysfunction may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the accuracy of diagnosing and staging triple-negative breast cancer, leading to better-targeted treatments.

How similar studies have performed: Similar studies using targeted imaging probes have shown promise in improving cancer diagnosis and treatment outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. 18-75 years old;
2. ECOG score 0 or 1 point;
3. Participants with confirmed TNBC cancer who are suggested by the clinicians to conduct PET/CT imaging for tumor diagnosis or staging.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Pregnant or nursing;
2. Severe hepatic or renal dysfunction;
3. Low WBC (less than 3 x 10\^9/L);
4. Unable to comply with the PET/CT imaging procedures

Where this trial is running

Beijing, Beijing Municipality

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions CancerPET/CTTNBC68Ga labelingdiagnosis
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.