Imaging Flashcards
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Uses of PET Scan
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1) Solitary pulmonary nodules – distinguishes benign vs malignant. – sens 96%, spec 78%. 2) Carcinoma staging 3) Surveillance- Not useful when lesion is <1cm
Uses of PET Scan
1) Solitary pulmonary nodules – distinguishes benign vs malignant. – sens 96%, spec 78%. 2) Carcinoma staging 3) Surveillance- Not useful when lesion is <1cm