Using FET-PET/MRI to improve treatment planning for glioblastoma patients after surgery

FET-PET/MRI Based Treatment Planning for Glioblastoma Multiforme in Post-Surgical Patients (FET-TREAT)

Observational Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre · NCT06451042

This study is testing whether special imaging techniques can help doctors better plan treatment for glioblastoma patients after their surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment15 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorSunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations1 site (Toronto, Ontario)
Trial IDNCT06451042 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on patients diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme who have undergone post-maximal surgical resection. It aims to utilize FET-PET/MRI imaging techniques to more accurately assess the extent of the tumor, which is crucial for effective treatment planning. By improving the precision of tumor delineation, the study seeks to enhance patient management and potentially improve survival rates and quality of life. Participants will undergo FET-PET/MRI scans to gather data on tumor characteristics and treatment outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme and have undergone safe surgical resection.

Not a fit: Patients with contraindications for MRI, severe renal impairment, or those unable to comply with the study protocol may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more effective treatment planning and improved survival rates for glioblastoma patients.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of advanced imaging techniques like FET-PET/MRI is promising, the specific application in this context is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

Each participant must meet all of the following inclusion criteria to participate in this study:

* ≥ 18 years of age
* Diagnosis of glioblastoma multiforme
* Post-maximally safe surgical resection
* No prior radiation or systemic treatment for high grade glioma
* Able to tolerate PET/MRI scan with intravenous contrast
* Willing to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

All participants meeting any of the following exclusion criteria at baseline screening will be excluded from participation in this study:

* MRI contraindication
* Creatinine clearance \< 30mL/min
* Inability to lie still for 60 minutes
* Gadolinium allergy
* Positive pregnancy test
* Breastfeeding
* Patient unable to follow the protocol for any reason

Where this trial is running

Toronto, Ontario

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 Glioblastoma MultiformeFET-PETGlioblastomaGBM0--L-TyrosineGlioma
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.