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Observations on the sequential use of /sup 99m/Tc-phosphate complex and /sup 67/Ga imaging in osteomyelitis, cellulitis, and septic arthritis

Journal Article · · Radiology; (United States)
OSTI ID:7322941

Sequential studies with /sup 99m/Tc--methylene diphosphonate (/sup 99m/Tc-MDP) and /sup 67/Ga were performed in 40 patients to determine the role of each agent in evaluating osteomyelitis, cellulitis, and septic arthritis. Apart from the value of /sup 67/Ga in distinguishing cellulitis from osteomyelitis, it is a good adjuvant to /sup 99m/Tc-MDP imaging in chronic osteomyelitis to identify continuing or recurrent sepsis and localize the focus of infection more precisely.

Research Organization:
Montreal General Hospital
OSTI ID:
7322941
Journal Information:
Radiology; (United States), Journal Name: Radiology; (United States) Vol. 123:1; ISSN RADLA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English