Using 18F-FAPI PET To Detect Metastatic Disease In Patients That Have Gastric Or Esophageal Cancer.

Overview

About this study

This is a multi-site, open-label, non-randomized, single dose study to assess the clinical utility of [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 PET/CT in the detection of metastatic disease in individuals with pathologically confirmed gastric, gastroesophageal junction or esophageal cancer. Following screening, using a standardized administration protocol and dose, participants will undergo [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 PET/CT screening. SOC procedures and interventions will be captured during 3 months +/-14 days post injection. The primary objective is to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of such [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 PET/CT using a composite SOT panel. The maximum expected duration of the trial is approximately 24 months from first patient screening to last patient SOC follow up. The participants will be followed-up for safety for 24 to 72 hours after the dose of [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 PET/CT.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Male and female adults ≥ 18 years.

  • Participants with confirmed gastric, esophageal or gastroesophageal malignancy undergoing staging evaluation for treatment planning.

  • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status ≤2.

  • Provided signed, written informed consent prior to any study-related procedures.

  • Participants are required to have a ceCT scan of chest, abdomen and pelvis as per standard clinical practice and practice guidelines either 21 days or less prior to entry or planned within 21 days of [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 administration.

  • For women who are not postmenopausal (two years of amenorrhea) or surgically sterile (absence of ovaries and/or uterus): agreement to use medically accepted, highly effective methods of contraception (e.g., hormonal implants, combined oral contraceptives, vasectomized partner, during the trial intervention period.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Unequivocal evidence of metastases at the time of enrollment that would preclude surgery as a treatment option.

  • Known hypersensitivity to [¹⁸F]FAPI-74.

  • Administration of another investigational diagnostic or therapeutic product within 30 days prior to [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 administration.

  • Prior administration of a radiopharmaceutical within 10 half-lives of that product from the time of [¹⁸F]FAPI-74 administration.

  • Previous cancer (except basal cell carcinoma of the skin or in situ carcinoma of the cervix/uterus (participants treated with curative intent and disease free for more than 5 years are permitted).

  • Hepatic function: T. bili >1.5X ULN or alk phos, ALT, or AST >5X ULN

  • Renal function: GFR < 30 mL/min

  • Pregnant or currently breast feeding (a negative pregnancy test is required in women of childbearing potential).

  • Inability to undergo the PET/CT scanning procedure.

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)

  • Sarcoidosis

  • Treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy or surgery for curative intent of Gastroesophageal cancers

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 03/30/2026. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Ajit Goenka, M.D.

Contact us for the latest status

Contact information:

Casey McAdam

5072930505

mcadam.casey@mayo.edu

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