What PET/CT Sees

PET/CT scanning integrates PET and CT technologies into a single device, making it possible to obtain both anatomical and biological data during a single exam. This integrated approach permits accurate tumor detection and localization for a variety of cancers, including:

PET/CT applications:

  • Determines extent of disease
  • Determines location of disease for biopsy, surgery or treatment planning
  • Assesses response to and effectiveness of treatments
  • Detects residual or recurrent disease
  • May assist in avoiding invasive diagnostic procedure

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