| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3155879 | Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
PET, a nuclear medicine modality, is a promising tool for diagnosis and follow-up of head and neck lesions. PET allows assessment of changes in the tissue before they would be shown by other diagnostic images. This modality permits differentiation between malignant and benign tumors. It also has the capability to distinguish between scar tissue, necrosis, tumor recurrence, and metastatic disease. It allows the assessment of the patient's progress during therapy, making possible an early identification of nonresponders to therapy.
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Authors
Luis MD, Ines DDS, MS, Claudia DDS,