PET Scan Treatment in India
About PET Scan
Key Highlights
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Provides detailed functional and metabolic information about tissues, not just anatomical structure.Highly effective for detecting cancer, determining its stage, and identifying metastases.Crucial for a Radiation Oncologist to plan precise, targeted radiation therapy.Helps evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing cancer treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.Non-invasive, painless, and typically performed as an outpatient procedure.Can help distinguish between benign and malignant growths./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis and initial staging of various cancers (e.g., lung, breast, lymphoma, colorectal).
- To locate a primary tumor when cancer is detected but the origin is unknown.
- To check for cancer recurrence after treatment.
- To assess the response to radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or other treatments.
- To guide a Radiation Oncologist in planning radiation therapy (radiation treatment planning).
- To help differentiate between scar tissue and active cancer cells.
How to prepare
- Fast for 4-6 hours before the scan (water is usually allowed).
- Inform the doctor about all medications, allergies, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the test.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing without metal zippers or snaps.
- Diabetic patients will receive specific instructions regarding insulin and blood sugar management.
- Arrive well-hydrated unless instructed otherwise.
Risks & possible complications
- Exposure to a low level of radiation, which is generally considered safe for diagnostic purposes.
- Allergic reactions to the radioactive tracer, though these are extremely rare.
- Minor discomfort or bruising at the injection site.
- Claustrophobia or anxiety during the scan inside the machine.
- For pregnant or breastfeeding women, special precautions are necessary to protect the fetus or infant.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You can typically resume normal activities and diet immediately after the scan.
- Drink plenty of water to help flush the radioactive tracer from your body.
- Minimize close contact with pregnant women and small children for a few hours post-scan as a precaution.
- The Radiation Oncologist will analyze the images and discuss the results with you in a follow-up appointment.
- No special wound care is needed as it is a non-surgical procedure.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days (Immediate)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pet scan in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pet scan in India include Cytecare Hospital, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pet scan. MediFyr helps you compare radiation oncologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pet scan compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for PET Scan in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated radiation oncology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pet scan.
Bangalore, India
48 DoctorsAditya Kumar, a 58-year-old software engineer...
Aditya Kumar, a 58-year-old software engineer and father of two, had been experiencing a persistent, dry cough and unexplained weight loss for three months. A heavy smoker for 30 years, he initially dismissed it as a bad cold. When a chest X-ray revealed a suspicious mass in his left lung, his primary care physician referred him to a radiation oncologist, Dr. Mehta. Dr. Mehta, concerned about potential metastasis, recommended a PET scan to stage the cancer and see if it had spread beyond the lung. Aditya was terrified, fearing the worst for his family's future. The scan itself was a quiet, claustrophobic hour; the injection of the radioactive tracer felt strange but painless. The outcome was a mixed blessing: the cancer was confined to the lung, making him a candidate for targeted radiation therapy. While the diagnosis was devastating, the precise staging from the PET scan gave him a clear, treatable path forward. His emotional journey shifted from sheer terror and helplessness to a grim but determined focus, clinging to the hope the scan provided.
Radiation Oncologists for PET Scan
Explore experienced radiation oncologists who regularly perform pet scan and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 16 Years Experience
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- 24 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
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