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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Farwa Haideri [2]
Overview
Tc-99m labeled anti-CD15 antibodies can be used in nuclear imaging to confirm appendicitis.
Other Imaging Findings
Nuclear Imaging
Nuclear imaging can be used to detect appendicitis in the following two conditions:
- Through a Tc-99m labeled anti-CD15 antibody
- When no safety issues prevent the use of antibodies.[1]
References
- ↑ Wim J.G. Oyen, Otto C. Boerman, Frans H.M. Corstens (2000). "Imaging Acute Appendicitis: An Opportunity for Nuclear Medicine in the Surgical Emergency Room" (PDF). The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. 41 (3): 456–458. Unknown parameter
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