Trial of non-invasive endometriosis scan boosts hopes for quicker diagnosis
A trial of a non-invasive endometriosis scan using the radiotracer maraciclatide has shown promising results in detecting the condition earlier and more accurately. The scan, which targets tissue forming new blood vessels, aligned with surgical diagnoses in 16 out of 19 patients and could reduce reliance on invasive procedures. If validated in larger studies, the technique may significantly shorten diagnosis times and improve treatment development for endometriosis.
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The tracer is designed to bind to tissue in the process of creating new blood vessels so that endometriosis can be detected sooner using existing imaging techniques. Photograph: PonyWang/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenThe tracer is designed to bind to tissue in the process of creating new blood vessels so that endometriosis can be detected sooner using existing imaging techniques. Photograph: PonyWang/Getty ImagesEndometriosisTrial of non-invasive endometriosis scan boosts hopes for quicker diagnosisResults suggest radiotracer maraciclatide can ‘light up’ condition on scan and reduce need for investigative surgeryHannah Devlin Science correspondentWed 29 Apr 2026 18.30 EDTLast modified on Wed 29 Apr 2026 21.31 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA non-invasive scan for endometriosis…
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