New PET tracer identifies DVT in legs and lungs

MedicalXpress | июн 06, 2026

A novel PET radiotracer can accurately detect deep vein thrombosis in the legs and reveal whether clots have migrated to the lungs. By enabling whole-body imaging of blood clots in a single scan, the approach may support faster and more efficient diagnosis—particularly for patients who also require evaluation for potentially life-threatening pulmonary embolism. This research was presented at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) 2026 Annual Meeting, and the collection of images showcasing the visualization of blood clots in the legs and in the lungs has been selected as the 2026 SNMMI Henry N. Wagner, Jr., Image of the Year.