1.
J Palliat Med
; 16(10): 1168, 2013 Oct.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-23984635
2.
Rev Med Suisse
; 8(336): 786, 788-90, 2012 Apr 11.
Article
in French
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-22574412
ABSTRACT
Positron emission tomography with 18F-fluorodesoxyglucose allows to locate pathological foci expressing a high metabolism. Originally shown in the investigation of neoplasia, this procedure is increasingly used as a new tool to search for inflammatory syndromes. Systemic vasculitis is a complex disorder, often manifested by non specific symptoms. Diagnosis at early stages allows early treatment, which may prevent progression to later complications. Through a case report and a review of the literature, this article describes the important role of PET/CT for the diagnosis when traditional tests remain unsuccessful.