PET/CT second look pretreatment can identify cancer metastases
Advertisement
A second PET/CT scan is needed before radiotherapy treatment when there are delays of more than 4 weeks after initial PET/CT staging in patients with advanced head and neck squamous cell cancer, finds a recent study. This is expected to directly influence oncologic outcomes as it led to changes in treatment planning in more than half of the cases.
The study is published in the journal Clinical and Translational Radiation Oncology.
For more details, check out the full story on link below:
Our comments section is governed by our Comments Policy . By posting comments at Medical Dialogues you automatically agree with our Comments Policy , Terms And Conditions and Privacy Policy .
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.