Three-phase radionuclide bone scanning in evaluation of local radiation injury. A case report

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

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1097/00003072-198710000-00011· OSTI ID:5724001

Mettler, Jr, F A; Monsein, L; Davis, M; Rosenberg, R; Kelsey, C; Listrom, M

The management of local radiation injuries is influenced by the degree of vascular compromise within the skin and underlying tissues. Other authors have used thermography and angiography in assessing the blood flow to radiation damaged tissues. This report describes the use of radionuclide imaging in the evaluation of a patient who developed necrosis of his distal digits following a radiation accident. In addition to determining the vascular status of the hands, imaging helped indicate an appropriate level for amputation.

• Research Organization: Albuquerque Veterans Administration Medical Center, NM
• OSTI ID: 5724001
• Journal Information: Clin. Nucl. Med.; (United States), Vol. 12:10
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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