Early detection of encephalitis with F-FDG PET/CT
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Encephalitis is a relatively rare condition for which making an accurate diagnosis can be challenging. In fact, clinical features are not specific and structural imaging can be normal in a considerable number of cases. However, an early diagnosis is important as many forms of treatment are effective if started promptly. Even though recent guidelines do not recommend F-FDG PET/CT for patients with suspected encephalitis, the case presented suggests that F-FDG PET/CT may play a relevant role for the early diagnosis of this clinical condition. © 2014 Elsevier España, S.L.U. and SEMNIM. All rights reserved. Detección precoz de encefalitis con F-FDG PET/TC
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تاریخ انتشار 2015