Pitfalls and Limitations of Radionuclide Imaging in Endocrinology

Several different techniques, radiopharmaceuticals, and imaging modalities are commonly used in nuclear medicine for studies of endocrine organs. Nuclear medicine is used in the management of benign and malignant thyroid, parathyroid, and neuroendocrine disorders. Thus, it is essential to acknowledge pitfalls and the limitations of nuclear medicine imaging for accurate diagnosis and patient management.
Source: Seminars in Nuclear Medicine - Category: Nuclear Medicine Authors: Source Type: research