Accumulation of Tc-99m-DTPA in uterine myoma.
A case is presented in which concentration of Tc-99m-iron ascorbate-DTPA has been demonstrated in a benign leiomyoma of the uterus. Increased vascularity in the tumor might be the cause of the Tc-99m-DTPA uptake.
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007889:Leiomyoma / Q000032:analysis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008875:Middle Aged; D004369:Pentetic Acid; D011859:Radiography; D013667:Technetium; D016284:Technetium Tc 99m Pentetate; D014594:Uterine Neoplasms / Q000032:analysis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014599:Uterus / Q000032:analysis / Q000528:radiation effects
D013667:Technetium; D004369:Pentetic Acid; D016284:Technetium Tc 99m Pentetate