Original paper

18F-FDG PET/CT for the detection of large vessel vasculitis in patients with polymyalgia rheumatica

Volume: 34, Issue: 5, Pages: 275 - 281
Published: Sep 1, 2015
Abstract
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) may present together with large vessel vasculitis (LVV), and frequently requires a more intensive therapy. The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of (18)F-FDG PET/CT in the diagnosis and management of LVV associated to PMR.This prospective study included 40 consecutive patients (27 women/13 men, 68.10±10.27 years) with PMR and suspicion of associated LVV submitted for (18)F-FDG PET/CT. A PET/CT scan was...
Paper Details
Title
18F-FDG PET/CT for the detection of large vessel vasculitis in patients with polymyalgia rheumatica
Published Date
Sep 1, 2015
Volume
34
Issue
5
Pages
275 - 281
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