In this article, we will discuss about PET-CT as a diagnostic tool for brain cancer and also some common questions related to brain PET-CT.
Brain cancer development of abnormal cells that divide in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours. It can occur in the brain tissue or nearby locations of the brain like nerves, pituitary gland, and pineal gland or nearby area of the brain. Brain cancer can be fetal if not detected at the early stage. This is where PET-CT scan becomes handy in detecting the cancers at the early stages. Detection at early stages can help to cure the condition and design the treatment to get good results. In PET-CT radioactive tracers are used for the detection of brain cancers. Commonly used radioactive tracer to detect the condition is 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG).
What is Brain Cancer?
Brain is a vital organ in our body that controls all the functions of the body. Brain with spinal cord forms the central nervous system of the body. Any abnormality in the brain can affect the control and coordination of the body and one such condition that affects it is brain cancer. Brain cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in uncontrolled manner which lead to the formation of tumours. This condition affects the brain functioning and control coordination activities. Early detection of the brain cancer is important for effective treatment and control the spread. This is where PET-CT plays an important role in detection and controlling of brain cancer.
What Are the Causes of Brain Cancer?
There are no specific causes of the brain cancer and family history only includes 5% to 10% of the cases. Other causes that can lead to brain cancer condition include high exposure to radiations, cancer spread from other parts of the body towards brain, mutation, environmental factors, genetics etc. There are also some infections which can lead to weakening of immune response that can also lead to the brain cancer in some cases.
Which types of Brain Cancers are detected by PET-CT Scan?
PET-CT (positron emission tomography -computed tomography) can detect various types of brain cancers. Researchers have identified almost 150 types of brain cancers depending on the type of cell involved. Some of the cancers include:
- Astrocytoma
- Craniopharyngiomas
- Glioma
- Ganglioglioma
- Meningioma
- Medulloblastoma
These are some of the brain cancer types, which can be identified through PET-CT scan.
What is the procedure for PET-CT scan to detect Brain Cancer?
Brain cancer can be detected at the early stage through PET-CT scan and help to get treated at the earliest stages of cancer. The procedure involves the administration of radioactive tracer through IV and allows the patient wait for 1 hour till the tracer reaches the site of scanning. 18F-fluoroglucose (FDG) is the common radioactive tracer used for the detection of brain cancer. This radioactive glucose gets absorbed by the cells during metabolic activity. The scanner helps to create the 3D images of the scanning area which helps to detect the condition early.
What does PET-CT Scan shows in Brain?
PET-CT scans produce the 3D images of the Brain and other associated tissues. This helps in the detection of abnormalities in the Brain by showing:
- Cellular changes in the brain cells.
- Any abnormal activity of the brain cells.
- Reveal the functioning of the brain cells.
- Helps to show effect of treatment.
- Helps to design a specific treatment.
- Provides images of the brain for the specific evaluation.
- Helps to detect the abnormalities in the brain and associated tissue.
What are the Different types of PET-CT Scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Brain Scan?
Here is the list of PET-CT scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Brain scan.
- Brain PET scan (Book Now)
- F-18 Choline PET Scan (Book Now)
- FDG-PET Scan (Book Now)
- DOTA PET CT Scan (Book Now)
- Whole Body PET Scan (Book Now)
- PSMA PET Scan For Prostate (Book Now)
- Dopa Brain PET Scan (Book Now)
- PET Viability Scan Cardiac (Book Now)
- Cardiac PET Scan (Book Now)
Conclusion
Brain cancer development of abnormal cells that divide in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours. It can occur in the brain tissue or nearby locations of the brain like nerves, pituitary gland, and pineal gland or nearby area of the brain. Brain is a vital organ in our body that controls all the functions of the body. Brain with spinal cord forms the central nervous system of the body. Brain cancer can be detected at the early stage through PET-CT scan and help to get treated at the earliest stages of cancer. PET-CT plays an important role in the detection of brain cancers by using radioactive glucose called tracers. The PET-CT scanner produces the 3D images of the abnormal area, which helps in easy and early detection of brain cancer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Brain Cancer?
Brain cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the brain or associated tissues. This uncontrolled division of cells makes tumours which are fatal.
What are the Causes of Brain Cancer?
There is no specific cause for the brain cancer; only 10% to 15% of the cases are associated with family history. Other causes may include exposure to chemical, mutation, environmental factors, genetics etc..
Can PET-CT Scan detect Brain cancer?
Yes, PET-CT is effective diagnostic tool in detection of Brain cancer.
Where is PET-CT Scan for Brain Cancer near me in Delhi?
Patient can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Imaging Centre for Brain PET-CT Scan with heavy discounts. For more information and appointment, click here.
