Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 90

Understanding brain blood flow and metabolism in patients with brain lesions

Official title: Insights Into the Pathophysiology of Neurovascular Uncoupling in Patients With Brain Lesions.

Run by Erasme University Hospital · NCT06797661 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to understand how blood flow and metabolism in the brain are affected in patients with brain tumors like glioblastoma, glioma, and astrocytoma.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorErasme University Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Brussels)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 17, 2025
Main results expectedSeptember 13, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedSeptember 14, 2026
Trial IDNCT06797661 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients with a potentially resectable intra-cerebral mass lesion who have not yet undergone surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.

Probably not a fit

Patients with previous brain surgery, respiratory failure, asthma, claustrophobia, or diabetes 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 research investigates neurovascular uncoupling (NVU) in patients with brain lesions, particularly focusing on glioblastoma, glioma, and astrocytoma. Using a multimodal noninvasive imaging approach, including functional MRI and PET scans, the study aims to explore the mechanisms behind the relationship between brain metabolism, blood flow, and neuronal activity. By analyzing these interactions, the study seeks to improve the understanding of brain function in the context of brain tumors and their treatment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the accuracy of brain imaging techniques, leading to better surgical outcomes for patients with brain tumors.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, similar studies have shown promise in understanding neurovascular coupling and its implications for brain imaging.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* patients in the study include prior imaging showing a potentially resectable intra-cerebral mass lesion. Patient has to be included before surgery, chemotherapy and radiation

Exclusion Criteria:

* previous brain surgery
* respiratory failure
* Asthma
* Claustrophobia
* Previous adverse reaction to gadovist (contrast agent)
* Pregnancy and Breath feeding
* Diabetes (type I and II)

Where it's running

  • HUB-Erasme Hospital
    Brussels, Belgium
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.