Nuclear Imaging Flashcards
1
Q
Define nuclear imaging and give an example of type of nuclear scan
A
- It is the application of radioactive substances to diagnose physiological changes in tissue (not physical/structural)
- Bone scans (bone scintigraphy) are used to look for metastatic cancers, Paget’s disease, and when pain can’t be defined
2
Q
List Pros and Cons of Nuclear imaging
A
o Pros:
- High sensitivity
o Cons:
- Low specificity
- Poor anatomic detail
3
Q
List 2 contraindications of nuclear imaging (bone scans)
A
- High dose of radiation
- Troublesome for pregnant and breastfeeding women
