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Bone scintigraphy in diabetic osteoarthropathy. [/sup 99m/Tc-methylene diphosphonate]

Journal Article · · Radiology; (United States)
OSTI ID:6341936
Bone scans of patients with diabetic osteoarthropathy of the ankle and foot were characterized by a combination of diffuse and focal increased uptake, similar to that seen with hyperemia and reactive new bone formation. Scintigraphy showed more extensive abnormalities than radiography, with the scan abnormalities sometimes preceding the radiographic changes. The clinical and scintigraphic appearance of osteoarthropathy may improve following strict diabetic control and non-weight-bearing.
Research Organization:
Univ. of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
OSTI ID:
6341936
Journal Information:
Radiology; (United States), Journal Name: Radiology; (United States) Vol. 140:2; ISSN RADLA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English