PET CT Scan Treatment in Turkey
About PET CT Scan
Key Highlights
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High Accuracy: Combines metabolic and anatomical imaging for superior detection and localization of cancer.Critical for Staging: Essential for determining the exact stage of cancer by identifying metastasis.Treatment Monitoring: Helps evaluate how well a tumor is responding to chemotherapy or radiation therapy.listrongGuides Biopsy:/strong Pinpoints the most active part of a tumor for a more accurate tissue sample./lilistrongNon-Invasive:/strong Performed as an outpatient procedure without the need for surgery./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Initial diagnosis and staging of various cancers (e.g., lung, lymphoma, colorectal, head & neck).
- Evaluating suspected cancer recurrence after treatment.
- Assessing the response to ongoing cancer therapy (chemotherapy, radiation).
- Determining the suitability of a tumor for surgical removal or radiation therapy.
- Identifying the primary site of cancer when metastasis is found first (unknown primary).
- Differentiating between benign and malignant lesions when other scans are inconclusive.
How to prepare
- Fasting: Typically, no food or sugary drinks for 4-6 hours before the scan; water is usually allowed.
- Medication: Inform your doctor about all medications; diabetic patients will receive specific insulin/blood sugar management instructions.
- Activity: Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the scan.
- Clothing: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing without metal zippers or snaps.
- Health History: Inform the staff if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have claustrophobia or kidney problems.
- Arrival: Arrive on time as the radioactive tracer has a short shelf-life.
Risks & possible complications
- Radiation Exposure: Involves low-level radiation from both the tracer and the CT scan, but benefits typically outweigh risks.
- Allergic Reaction: Rare risk of an allergic reaction to the radioactive tracer.
- Discomfort: Minor pain or bruising at the injection site.
- Claustrophobia: Some patients may feel anxious inside the scanning machine.
- Blood Sugar Fluctuation: Diabetic patients require careful monitoring due to the fasting and tracer (FDG) being a type of sugar.
- Inaccurate Results: High blood sugar levels, recent strenuous exercise, or infection/inflammation can sometimes lead to false-positive findings.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate Aftercare: You can usually resume normal activities immediately after the scan. Drink plenty of water to help flush the tracer from your body.
- Radiation Precautions: Limit close contact with pregnant women and young children for several hours as a precaution, as advised by the technologist.
- Follow-up: Your oncologist will schedule an appointment to discuss the detailed results and their implications for your treatment plan.
- No Special Diet: You can eat and drink normally once the scan is complete.
- Side Effects: Report any unusual symptoms, though they are very rare.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days (Immediate)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pet ct scan in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pet ct scan in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 ct scan. MediFyr helps you compare 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 ct scan compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for PET CT Scan in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated oncologist teams and experience managing patients undergoing pet ct scan.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
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Oncologists for PET CT Scan
Explore experienced oncologists who regularly perform pet ct scan and provide pre- and post-operative care in Turkey.
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