Category Archives: Endocrine Imaging

Thyroid Nuclear Medicine Scan Protocol
13
Feb

Overview

Thyroid scintigraphy uses iodine or technetium tracers to assess uptake patterns and functional status of nodules and gland.

Preparation and Tracer Selection

Consider recent iodine exposure and medication effects; choose tracer and timing based on diagnostic question.

Acquisition and Quantification

Planar and SPECT imaging with uptake quantification and correlation with ultrasound for nodule characterization.

Clinical Use Cases

Useful for hyperthyroidism evaluation toxic nodules and preoperative functional mapping.

Imaging for Endocrine Disorders
4
Feb

Overview

Imaging localizes endocrine tumors and assesses gland structure and function. Modalities include ultrasound CT MRI and nuclear medicine. Imaging guides surgical planning and medical management.

Thyroid Imaging

Ultrasound characterizes nodules and guides fine needle aspiration. Nuclear medicine thyroid scans assess function and guide therapy in hyperthyroidism. Risk stratification informs management decisions.

Adrenal and Pituitary

CT and MRI evaluate adrenal masses and pituitary lesions with high resolution. Functional imaging and biochemical correlation determine clinical significance. Imaging supports endocrine and surgical planning.

Nuclear Techniques

SPECT and PET tracers localize neuroendocrine and metastatic disease. Theranostic approaches combine imaging and targeted therapy in select tumors. Multidisciplinary care integrates imaging with endocrine evaluation.