Medical Radiography Program - PET Imaging and Oncology

These flashcards cover key concepts related to PET imaging in oncology, important definitions, and patient management protocols.

FDG

Fluorodeoxyglucose, a radiopharmaceutical used in PET imaging for oncology.

PET Imaging

Positron Emission Tomography, a nuclear medicine technique that produces detailed images of metabolic activity.

Biodistribution

The distribution of substances, such as FDG, within the body.

Patient Preparation

Protocols and recommendations to optimize patient conditions before an FDG PET scan.

Myocardial Activity

Patterns of FDG uptake in the heart, used to evaluate cardiac function.

Dual Point Time Imaging

A PET imaging technique that captures images at two different time points for better accuracy.

SPN

Solitary Pulmonary Nodule, a common indication for PET imaging in lung cancer.

Non-small-cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC)

A common type of lung cancer that can be evaluated using FDG PET to assess staging and metastases.

Benign Processes

Non-cancerous conditions that may also demonstrate increased FDG metabolism.

Lymphoma

A type of cancer affecting the lymphatic system, which tends to avidly accumulate FDG.

Colorectal Cancer

A common malignancy where PET imaging is used for accurate assessment of tumor involvement.

Diabetic Patient Preparation

Special guidelines for managing patients with diabetes when preparing for FDG PET imaging.

Myeloma

Cancer that forms in plasma cells within the bone marrow; PET is useful for staging and assessing response.

Gastric Cancer

Cancer of the stomach, where FDG PET imaging aids in evaluating treatment response.

Thyroid Cancer

Cancer of the thyroid, with specific nuances in FDG uptake and imaging recommendations.

Sarcoma

A cancer that arises from connective tissues, for which PET has provided clinical management value.

Unknown Primary Tumor (UPT)

A malignancy where the origin of the cancer remains undetermined, often requiring advanced imaging techniques.

Future Trends in Radiology

Advancements in imaging technology and therapies, focusing on accessibility and efficacy in patient care.