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Targeted near-infrared imaging utilizing a cathepsin-activated fluorophore for the intraoperative detection of canine insulinoma

Targeted near-infrared imaging utilizing a cathepsin-activated fluorophore for the intraoperative detection of canine insulinoma

Published: February 23, 2026 · Plos.org

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Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of cathepsin-activated intraoperative near-infrared (NIR) imaging to detect insulinomas in dogs, a spontaneous large animal model for human disease. Materials and methods A prospective, pilot clinical…