99mTc-DMSA scanning to diagnose pyelonephritic scarring in children
Journal Article
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· Urology (Ridgewood, N.J.); (United States)
99mTechnetium-labeled dimercaptosuccinic acid (99mTc-DMSA) scanning provides superior quality images of renal parenchymal detail, which makes it highly sensitive for the diagnosis of pyelonephritic scarring. Unlike most other imaging techniques, radionuclide scanning is not affected by bowel gas or bony structures overlying the kidneys. This makes it particularly useful in children. Furthermore, renal scarring can be demonstrated by 99mTc-DMSA even before the classic gross anatomic and radiologic changes are present. The use of 99mTc-DMSA scanning in over 300 children has demonstrated its benefits and advantages over standard radiographic techniques.
- Research Organization:
- Department of Urology, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, England
- OSTI ID:
- 5550915
- Journal Information:
- Urology (Ridgewood, N.J.); (United States), Vol. 21:6
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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