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FDG-PET/CT in Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases
Søren Hess1, Susanne H Hansson2, Kasper T Pedersen1
1Department of Nuclear Medicine, Odense University Hospital, Soender Boulevard 29, 5000 Odense, Denmark.
Fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography/computed tomography (FDG-PET/CT) is increasingly used for infection and inflammation imaging. This review covers its current and potential uses in various inflammatory and infectious diseases.
Area of Science:
- Nuclear medicine
- Medical imaging
- Radiology
Background:
- Nuclear medicine techniques have long been used for infection and inflammation imaging.
- Fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography/computed tomography (FDG-PET/CT) has become a dominant technique in recent years.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of FDG-PET/CT applications in infectious and inflammatory diseases.
- To explore potential novel applications of FDG-PET/CT in infection and inflammation.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current and emerging applications of FDG-PET/CT.
- Analysis of FDG-PET/CT utility in systemic infections, bone infections, vascular conditions, and thoracic/abdominal inflammation.
Main Results:
- FDG-PET/CT is effective for diagnosing and monitoring various infectious and inflammatory conditions.
- The review highlights established indications and explores future potential uses.
Conclusions:
- FDG-PET/CT is a valuable tool in the management of infectious and inflammatory diseases.
- Further research may uncover novel applications for FDG-PET/CT in these fields.
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