Phillip Yin, Gad Abikhzer, Jean-Louis Alberini, Riemer H Slart
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Abstract
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is the most common of the large vessel vasculitides, with [18F] fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) PET/CT indicated for evaluation of suspected large vessel involvement. Advances in PET/CT technology, particularly with digital PET, have significantly improved the assessment of cranial artery involvement in GCA. Recent guidelines have been updated to incorporate [18F]FDG PET/CT imaging in the diagnosis of GCA. This review article provides a practical guide to the most recent recommendations regarding PET/CT study indications, image acquisition and interpretation criteria for GCA, while discussing potential pitfalls and future research directions in the field.
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The Quarterly Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging publishes scientific papers on clinical and experimental topics of nuclear medicine. Manuscripts may be submitted in the form of editorials, original articles, review articles and special articles. The journal aims to provide its readers with papers of the highest quality and impact through a process of careful peer review and editorial work.