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Recurrent pancreatic carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma: 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT).
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Abdominal Imaging . Aug2011, Vol. 36 Issue 4, p463-471. 9p. 8 Color Photographs, 2 Black and White Photographs. - Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- Although the current literature is limited, available data suggest that (18)F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) imaging improves the evaluation of patients with recurrent pancreatic carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma. There is evidence that PET/CT is particularly useful in the setting of elevated tumor markers and negative or equivocal CT findings. This article reviews the nature of these carcinomas in the post-therapy setting and describes the strengths and limitations of PET/CT when used for monitoring recurrence. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09428925
- Volume :
- 36
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Abdominal Imaging
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 63497305
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-011-9729-6