In this article, we will discuss about PET-CT as a diagnostic tool for the detection of Urethral cancer and also some common questions related to PET-CT.
Urethral cancer is rear and is more common in males as compared to females. Urethral cancer is the condition when the cells of urethra divides in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours in the urethra. Urethral cancer begins with the involvement of urethral lining. It is rare condition and accounts about 1% of the urological conditions. However it is important to detect the condition early for treatment and avoid the spread. For this purpose PET-CT is most effective radiological procedure to detect the condition. PET-CT uses radiological tracer for the detection of these conditions and most common tracer used is F-18 fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG).
What is Urethral Cancer?
Urethra is the long tubular which is responsible for the transportation of urine from bladder to outside. It is long in males measuring about 8 inches and short in females. Urethral cancer is the uncontrolled division of cells in urethra and most commonly this cancer often begins with involvement of urethral lining. Urethral condition can be fetal if left untreated; it can spread to other parts of the body. Early detection of the cancer is important to stop the spread of the urethral cancer and for this purpose PET-CT is well known radiological tool for the detection of urethral cancer.
What are the Causes of Urethral Cancer?
There are no specific causes for the urethral cancer but there are various factors which are attached with the condition. These factors include:
- Continuous and prolonged infection of urethra
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Urethral mass
- Old age
- Bladder caner
- Urethral diverticulum
Which Types of Urethral Cancers Are Detected by PET-CT Scan?
PET-CT scan can detect various types of urethral cancers and these cancers include
- Transitional (Urothelial) cell carcinoma
- Squamous Cell carcinoma
- Adenocarcinoma
What Does PET-CT Scan Shows in Urethral Cancer?
PET-CT scans produce the 3D images of the urethra and other associated tissues. PET-CT scan helps to detect:
- Presence of lymph node involvement
- Distinguish between benign and Malignant cancer
- Extent of primary tumor
- Stage of Urethral cancer
- Site of Urethral cancer
- Spread of Urethral cancer
- Provides images of the Urethral for the specific evaluation.
- Helps to detect the abnormalities in the Urethra
- Effect of treatment on Urethral cancer etc.
What Are the Different Types of Pet-CT Scans Available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre Other Than Urethral Scan?
Here is the list of PET-CT scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre other than Urethral 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
Urethra is the long tubular which is responsible for the transportation of urine from bladder to outside. It is long in males measuring about 8 inches and short in females. Urethral cancer is rear and is more common in males as compared to females. Urethral cancer is the condition when the cells of urethra divides in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours in the urethra. Urethral cancer begins with the involvement of urethral lining and accounts about 1% of the urological conditions. Early detection of the cancer is important for the treatment and to stop the spread of cancer. For this purpose, PET-CT is an important tool for the detection of cancers. PET-CT for Urethral cancer uses radioactive tracer for the detection of cancer and most common radioactive tracer used in FDG glucose.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Urethral Cancer?
Urethral cancer is the condition when the cells of urethra divides in uncontrolled manner and leads to the formation of tumours. It often begins with the lining of urethra.
What are the Causes of Urethral Cancer?
There is no specific cause for the Urethral cancer but various factors that cause Urethral cancer includes continuous and prolonged infection of urethra, sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD), human papillomavirus (HPV), urethral mass etc.
Can PET-CT Scan detect Urethral cancer?
Yes, PET-CT is effective diagnostic tool in detection of Urethral cancer.
Where is PET-CT Scan for Urethral Cancer near me in Delhi?
Patient can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Imaging Centre for Urethral PET-CT Scan with heavy discounts. For more information and appointment, click here.
