Radionuclide skeletal scanning in dentistry.
Radionuclide bone scanning have revolutionized skeletal imaging and is a superior aid in detecting pathophysiologic changes of bone as compared to plain radiography. Radionuclide skeletal scanning has proved to be a valuable and beneficial tool in early and differential diagnosis of maxillofacial lesions. Moreover, skeletal scanning is helpful in treatment planning and follow-up after therapy of various orofacial infections.
el-Abedien
A Z
AZ
Department of Oral Radiology, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Cairo University.
D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D015902:Gamma Cameras; D006801:Humans; D011877:Radionuclide Imaging / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D019275:Radiopharmaceuticals; D009057:Stomatognathic Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*
D019275:Radiopharmaceuticals