In this article, we will discuss about PET-CT as a diagnostic tool for breast cancer and also some common questions related to breast PET-CT.
Breast cancer is more common in females than males and is the development of abnormal cells that divide in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours. In some cases females feel lumps in the breasts or blood comes through nipples. Globally breast cancer accounts about 25% of all cancers occurs in women. If left untreated the condition can be fetal and spread to other parts of the body. PET-CT is an effective tool for the detection of breast cancers and helps to detect the condition early. Early detection helps in effective treatment and controls the spread. In PET-CT radioactive tracers are used for the detection of breast cancers and in associated tissues. Commonly used radioactive tracer to detect the breast cancer is 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG).
What is Breast Cancer?
Breasts are glandular organs made up of connective tissue, fat and breast tissues. Breasts are mammary glands used to feed the off springs and are present on the chest. Any abnormality in the breast can affect the normal functioning of the breast. One such condition is breast cancer. This condition occurs when there is uncontrolled division of cells in the breasts leads to the formation of tumours. If the condition is left untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body. To control the damage, early detection of the cancer can help to get over the condition quickly. For this PET-CT scan plays an important role in the detection of cancers early and helps to control the damage and design a specific treatment.
What are the causes of Breast cancer?
There are no specific causes of the breast cancer but some factors are strongly associated with the cancer. These factors include genetics, family history, age, hormonal imbalance, obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption etc. Breast cancer accounts 25% of all cancers in women and can be avoided by adopting healthy lifestyle, avoid alcohol consumption, exposure to radiation and other factors that leads to the breast cancer.
Which types of Breast Cancers are detected by PET-CT Scan?
PET-CT (positron emission tomography -computed tomography) can detect various types of breast cancers. There are various types of breast cancers which include:
- Invasive ductal carcinoma
- Invasive lobular carcinoma
- Inflammatory breast cancer
- Triple negative breast cancer
- Ductal carcinoma insitu
- Phyllodes tumors
- Paget’s disease for the breasts
These are some of the breast cancer types, which can be identified through PET-CT scan.
What is the Procedure for PET-CT Scan to Detect Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer can be detected at the early stage through PET-CT scan and help to get treated at the earliest stages of cancer. Breast cancer procedure involves the administration of radioactive tracer like 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG). Patient is allowed to wait for 1 hour till the medicine reaches the body. The radioactive glucose gets absorbed in the body during the activity and the scanner helps to create 3D images which help to detect the condition early. Early and easy detection helps to design the treatment, which can be effective and controls the spread of the disease.
What does PET-CT Scan shows in Breast Cancer?
PET-CT scans produce the 3D images of the breasts and other associated tissues. This helps in the detection of abnormalities in the breasts by showing:
- Stage of cancer
- Spread of cancer
- Detection of recurrence
- Monitoring treatment responses
- Cellular changes in the breast cells.
- Any abnormal activity of the breast cells.
- Reveal the functioning of the breast cells.
- Helps to detect the abnormalities in the breast and associated tissue.
What are the Different types of PET-CT Scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Breast Scan?
Here is the list of PET-CT scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Breast scan.
- Breast 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 Breast PET Scan (Book Now)
- PET Viability Scan Cardiac (Book Now)
- Cardiac PET Scan (Book Now)
Conclusion
Breast cancer is more common in females than males and is the development of abnormal cells that divide in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours. Globally breast cancer accounts about 25% of all cancers occurs in women. PET-CT is an effective tool for the detection of breast cancers and helps to detect the condition early. Early detection helps in effective treatment and controls the spread. There is no specific cause of the breast cancer but various factors can lead to the breast cancer like family history, genetics, exposure to chemicals etc. There are various types of cancers which can be detected by PET-CT scan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the breast or associated tissues. This uncontrolled division of cells makes tumours which are fatal.
What are the Causes of Breast Cancer?
There is no specific cause for the breast cancer but various factors that can lead to breast cancer includes family history, mutation, exposure to chemicals or radiations for longer period of time etc.
Can PET-CT Scan detect Breast cancer?
Yes, PET-CT is effective diagnostic tool in detection of Breast cancer.
Where is PET-CT Scan for Breast Cancer near me in Delhi?
Patient can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Imaging Centre for Breast PET-CT Scan with heavy discounts. For more information and appointment, click here.
