Clearing the way for detecting pulmonary embolism

When it comes to diagnosing pulmonary embolism -a sudden blockage in the lung artery that could be deadly if not treated -which technique is the most effective? Research published in the December issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine (JNM) suggests that a form of molecular imaging called single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), when combined with low-dose CT, may provide an accurate diagnosis -allowing physicians to improve care for patients suffering from this often critical condition by using a diagnostic test that does not expose the patient to a great deal of radiation.

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