Brain Metastases Detection: PET-DOPA Imaging Study

We are studying a new imaging method to detect untreated brain metastases in patients with lung, breast, or melanoma cancer. This research aims to improve how we identify and understand these tumors.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Fluorodopa (18f)
Fluorodopa (18F) is a radioactive tracer used in PET scans to visualize dopamine-producing brain cells for diagnosing and evaluating Parkinson's disease.

What experimental substances are being tested?

Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.

Dopacis

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Centre Hospitalier Universitaire D'Angers
Nuclear Medicine
Angers, France
Institut De Cancerologie De L Ouest
Nuclear Medicine
Angers, France
Institut De Cancerologie De L Ouest
Nuclear Medicine
Avignon, France

Sponsor: Institut De Cancerologie De L Ouest
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

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