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Radiologic imaging in cancer

J R Ballinger1

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA.

The Medical Clinics of North America
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Radiologic imaging is crucial for diagnosing many cancers, though its use in screening is limited. This article provides protocols for using various radiologic tools to work up common cancers.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Oncology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Radiologic procedures are vital for cancer diagnosis.
  • Screening applications of radiologic tools are limited to specific cancer types.
  • A wide array of imaging technologies are available to radiologists.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline diagnostic protocols for common cancers using radiologic procedures.
  • To provide guidance on the application of various imaging modalities in oncology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of established radiologic procedures for cancer diagnosis.
  • Compilation of suggested protocols for working up common cancers.
  • Inclusion of various imaging modalities such as plain radiographs, nuclear-medicine scans, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron emission tomography (PET), and single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).

Main Results:

  • Radiologic procedures offer a comprehensive approach to cancer diagnosis.
  • Specific protocols are suggested for the work-up of prevalent cancer types.
  • The article details the utility of diverse imaging techniques in oncologic diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Radiology plays an indispensable role in the diagnostic pathway of numerous cancers.
  • The article serves as a practical guide for clinicians on utilizing radiologic tools for cancer diagnosis and work-up.

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