Interstitial Patterns
Many diseases involve predominantly or exclusively the pulmonary interstitium. The differential diagnosis of the various entities on the chest radiograph and computed tomography (CT) is based on the pattern and…
Nodules and Masses
Solitary Lung Nodule or Mass A pulmonary nodule is defined as any pulmonary lesion that is well-defined, discrete, approximately circular, and 3 cm or less in diameter. The term mass is…
Atelectasis
Atelectasis is defined as less than normal inflation of all or part of the lung with a corresponding diminution in lung volume. Although the term collapse is often used synonymously…
Consolidation
Airspace consolidation is defined as replacement of gas within the airspaces by fluid, protein, cells, or other material. Consolidation is characterized on radiographs and computed tomography (CT) by the presence…
Unknown Case Sets
The following case sets have been designed to assess your overall knowledge in nuclear imaging. Each set contains 10 cases, and almost all sets have an example of central nervous…
Skeletal System
Abstract This chapter covers the radionuclides, techniques, and indications for musculoskeletal nuclear medicine imaging. Also included are examples of normal and abnormal images for commonly encountered clinical issues such as…
Cardiovascular System
Abstract This chapter describes the various radiopharmaceuticals, equipment, and protocols used for imaging the heart, as well as relevant anatomy and physiology. Both SPECT and PET imaging are included. Images…
Emergency Procedures for Spills of Radioactive Materials and Special Circumstances
Spills of Radioactive Materials Accidental spillage of radioactive material is rare; however, spills may occur in the laboratory, in public areas such as facility hallways, in elevators, or in any…
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Many clinicians are concerned about ordering radionuclide scans for a pregnant patient. The question most frequently arises in connection with lung and hepatobiliary scans. In general, if the scan…
Sample Techniques for Nuclear Imaging
This appendix is provided as a guide to the technical aspects of various imaging procedures. Some of the less common procedures have not been included, and the procedures described herein…
