Noninvasive imaging for diagnosing gastric and pancreatic cancer

Clinical Study of CLDN18.2 PET/CT for Noninvasive Diagnosis of Gastric and Pancreatic Cancer

Not applicable Interventional Huashan Hospital · NCT06203613

This study is testing two new imaging agents to see if they can help doctors diagnose gastric and pancreatic cancers more accurately without needing invasive procedures.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorHuashan Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai)
Trial IDNCT06203613 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the diagnostic efficacy and safety of two imaging agents, [18F]F-H3RESCA-3A12 and [68Ga]Ga-NOTA-3A12, for the noninvasive diagnosis of metastatic gastric and pancreatic cancers. It aims to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of these agents in providing clear imaging for clinical diagnosis and treatment decisions. By utilizing advanced PET/CT technology, the study seeks to establish a new method for target-specific diagnosis of these cancers.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 65 with confirmed gastric or pancreatic cancer.

Not a fit: Patients with severe hepatic or renal insufficiency or those who have undergone targeted therapy before the imaging procedures may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate and noninvasive diagnostic methods for gastric and pancreatic cancer, improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for cancer diagnosis, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* (1) Age between 18 and 65 years old, gender is not limited. (2) Patients with gastric or pancreatic cancer confirmed by puncture or surgical pathology.

  (3) Written informed consent signed by the subject or his/her legal guardian or caregiver.

  (4) Willingness and ability to cooperate with all programs of this study.

Exclusion Criteria:

- (1) Severe hepatic or renal insufficiency; (2) Targeted therapy before radiotherapy or PET/CT scan. (3)Renal function: serum creatinine less than or equal to the upper limit of the normal range;Liver function: bilirubin, AST(SGOT)/ALT(SGPT) less than or equal to the upper limit of the normal range.

(4) History of serious surgery in the last month. (5) Those who have participated in other clinical trials during the same period.

Where this trial is running

Shanghai

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 Positron Emission TomographyPancreatic NeoplasmsIgestive System Neoplasms
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.