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ArticleEuropean journal of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging2026

PET-guided early identification of CAR-T candidates in diffuse large b-cell lymphoma: a multidisciplinary expert consensus.

Luca Guerra, Domenico Albano, Piera Angelillo, Alice Di Rocco, Mirko Farina, Andrea Farolfi, Vittoria Tarantino, Carlo Visco, Pier Luigi Zinzani

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Luca GuerraSchool of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano Bicocca, Milan, Italy. luca.guerra@unimib.it.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4197-2060
Domenico AlbanoDepartment of Nuclear Medicine, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy.
Piera AngelilloHematology and BMT Unit, Lymphoma Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milano, Italy.
Alice Di RoccoHematology, Department of Traslational and Precision Medicine, University SAPIENZA of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Mirko FarinaUnit of Blood Diseases and Bone Marrow Transplantation, Cell Therapies and Hematology Research Program, Department of Clinical and Experimental Science, ASST- Spedali Civili di Brescia, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy.
Andrea FarolfiNuclear Medicine, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
Vittoria TarantinoDivision of Hematology, Azienda Ospedaliera Ospedali Riuniti Villa Sofia- Cervello, Palermo, Italy.
Carlo ViscoHematology and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Section of Biomedicine of Innovation, Department of Engineering for Innovative Medicine, University of Verona, Policlinico G.B. Rossi, Verona, Italy.
Pier Luigi ZinzaniDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, Bologna University, Bologna, Italy.

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Abstract

purposeThis expert consensus aims to define how 2-deoxy-2-[18 F]-fluoro-D-glucose ([¹⁸F]FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) can be systematically integrated into clinical pathways for early identification of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) patients who may benefit from chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy. The main research question is how PET-derived parameters and timing can optimize risk stratification and guide timely referral for advanced therapies.

methodsA multidisciplinary panel of nuclear medicine physicians and hematologists conducted a structured consensus process based on current literature, international guidelines, and expert discussion. Key clinical scenarios and statements were evaluated across multiple meetings to assess the role of PET/CT at baseline, interim, and end-of-treatment stages.

resultsPET/CT provides critical prognostic information throughout the disease course. Baseline quantitative metrics (e.g., metabolic tumor volume) improve risk stratification beyond conventional indices. Interim PET, particularly using Deauville score and the change in the maximum standardized uptake value, enables early identification of high-risk or refractory patients. End-of-treatment PET remains essential for response assessment and therapeutic decision-making. Standardization of acquisition, reporting, and interpretation is necessary to enhance reproducibility and clinical integration.

conclusionPET/CT should be considered a central biomarker in DLBCL management, enabling earlier identification of high-risk patients and facilitating timely CAR-T referral. Harmonized, multidisciplinary implementation is essential to optimize outcomes and improve access to potentially curative therapies.

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ConsensusImmunotherapy, AdoptiveLymphoma, Large B-Cell, DiffusePositron Emission Tomography Computed TomographyHumansCAR T-cellsDLBCLFDGlymphomaPET/CT

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