Cesarean Section Scar Mimicking Uterine Malignant Neoplasm at Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography

Ya Min Cheng; Chung Liang Ho; Nan Tsing Chiu; Keng Fu Hsu

doi:10.1016/j.jmig.2009.02.005

Cesarean Section Scar Mimicking Uterine Malignant Neoplasm at Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography

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Positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) is a functional imaging method of metabolic processes and is being used extensively in gynecologic oncology for treatment planning. However, some hypermetabolic conditions may mimic malignant neoplasms. We report a case with a positive finding at PET/CT examination of the uterus that proved to be a cesarean section scar with high expression of glucose transporter-1 and glucose transporter-4. This case report emphasizes the value of the knowledge of patient history and awareness of the limitations of PET/CT to enable a correct diagnosis in patients with positive findings at PET/CT examination.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	372-374
Number of pages	3
Journal	Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
Volume	16
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmig.2009.02.005
Publication status	Published - 2009 May

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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