Multimodality imaging of testicular tumours
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چکیده
Testicular tumours are an important group of tumours because the majority are curable. Imaging with computed tomography is pivotal to patient management but other techniques including magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound and plain films are also useful for staging and follow-up. Positron emission tomography with 18-fluoro-2deoxyglucose has a growing and unique role in the management of testicular cancer.
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