Imaging of Oncologic Emergencies

Publication date: April 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI, Volume 39, Issue 2Author(s): Francesca Iacobellis, Alessandra Perillo, Isabella Iadevito, Michela Tanga, Luigia Romano, Roberto Grassi, Refky Nicola, Mariano ScaglioneOncologic emergencies can be either the result of the primary tumor, its metastasis, a paraneoplastic syndrome or reaction to the chemotherapy. Imaging plays a crucial role in ensuring a prompt diagnosis as well as assisting in the therapeutic management. In this article, we discuss the common thoracic and abdominal oncological emergencies that may be encountered in an emergency department.
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - Category: Radiology Source Type: research