Title of article :
Role of 18F-FDG Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography Imaging in Testicular Lymphoma
Author/Authors :
Sahu, Kamal Kant Department of Internal Medicine - Saint Vincent Hospital - 123 Summer Street - Worcester - MA - 01608, United States , Mishra, Ajay Department of Internal Medicine - Saint Vincent Hospital - 123 Summer Street - Worcester - MA - 01608, United States , O’shea, James Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology - Saint Vincent Cancer and Wellness Center - 1 Eaton Place - 01608 - Worcester, USA
Abstract :
We read with great interest the recent article by Okuyucu et al. (1) regarding the role of 18F-FDG PET/CT in the management of testicular lymphoma. Hereby, we would like to share our experience with regards to the diagnostic approach in a case of testicular lymphoma.18F-FDG PET/CT scan has a pivotal role as an initial modality to investigate non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. PET scan is now even considered the standard of care in follow-up, to assess the response and for tailoring the subsequent therapy. Thanks to the newer diagnostic modalities, oncologists are now diagnosing malignancies in rare sites as well (2,3,4). It is important to note that due to rare location, there are no standard guidelines to follow and, in such situations, oncologists investigate and treat based on their individual experience and available literature. ...
Keywords :
PET scan , R-CHOP , Testis , DLBCL
Journal title :
Molecular Imaging and Radionuclide Therapy
