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Indium-111 white blood cell scan for infectious complications of polycystic renal disease

Journal Article · · J. Nucl. Med.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6043978
This case report describes the localization of a unilateral renal abscess with ( In)oxine-labeled autologous leukocyte scanning in a febrile patient with polycystic renal disease, after other noninvasive imaging procedures failed to identify a source of infection. In polycystic renal disease, leukocyte scans have advantages over standard diagnostic modalities and are very helpful in planning appropriate therapy.
Research Organization:
Seattle Veterans Administration Hospital, WA
OSTI ID:
6043978
Journal Information:
J. Nucl. Med.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Nucl. Med.; (United States) Vol. 11; ISSN JNMEA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English