The Role of Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography/Computed Tomography in Benign and Malignant Bone Disease
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Physiological Tracer Uptake
In general, whole-body scans are used for bone scintigraphy, which permit the assessment of the overall distribution of the radiopharmaceutical. Both anterior and posterior studies are reviewed in parallel comparing any alteration, and noting eventual asymmetries on both sides of the midline. The evaluation of symmetry is of great importance implying optimal positioning of the patient before starting the study. Some sources of error do exist that have to be considered, such as increased uptake
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