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PET Imaging for Gynecologic Malignancies.

Authors :
Friedman SN
Itani M
Dehdashti F
Source :
Radiologic clinics of North America [Radiol Clin North Am] 2021 Sep; Vol. 59 (5), pp. 813-833.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

This review article summarizes the clinical applications of established and emerging PET tracers in the evaluation of the 5 most common gynecologic malignancies: endometrial, ovarian, cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. Emphasis is given to 2-deoxy-2-[ <superscript>18</superscript> F]fluoro-d-glucose as the most widely used and studied tracer, with additional clinical tracers also explored. The common imaging protocols are discussed, including standard dose ranges and uptake times, established roles, as well as the challenges and future directions of these imaging techniques. The key points are emphasized with images from selected cases.<br />Competing Interests: Disclosure The authors have nothing to disclose.<br /> (Copyright © 2021 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1557-8275
Volume :
59
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Radiologic clinics of North America
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
34392921
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rcl.2021.05.011