Diagnostic imaging of gynecologic tumors with the monoclonal antibody 791T/36

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1987 Jul;157(1):28-34. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9378(87)80340-x.

Abstract

One hundred twenty-three patients with suspected primary or recurrent gynecologic cancer were imaged after infusion with radiolabeled antitumor monoclonal antibody (791T/36). Overall sensitivity of tumor detection was 87% and specificity was 75%. Indium 111- and iodine 131-labeled antibody were compared, the former yielding a higher specificity for tumor detection. This antibody shows potential for routine tumor detection, particularly in cases of suspected recurrent cancer, but the development of antimouse antibodies is a drawback to this technique still to be overcome. The specific targeting of cytotoxic agents with this antibody is in progress.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal*
  • Female
  • Genital Neoplasms, Female / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Indium*
  • Iodine Radioisotopes*
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / diagnostic imaging*
  • Radioisotopes*
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Time Factors
  • Tissue Distribution

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal
  • Iodine Radioisotopes
  • Radioisotopes
  • Indium