Extrapulmonary localization of gallium in sarcoidosis

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Clin. Nucl. Med.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1097/00003072-198701000-00003· OSTI ID:6576133

Rohatgi, P K; Singh, R; Vieras, F

This paper describes the spectrum of extrapulmonary localization of gallium in patients with sarcoidosis. The usefulness of Ga-67 scintiscans in detecting clinically occult lesions, in directing clinicians to accessible sites for biopsy, and in following the course of extrapulmonary sites of involvement with therapy is emphasized.

• Research Organization: Veterans Administration Medical Center, Washington, DC
• OSTI ID: 6576133
• Journal Information: Clin. Nucl. Med.; (United States), Vol. 1
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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