Review article

Imaging methods in oncology

Antonija Balenović ; Dom zdravlja Zagreb – Centar, Zagreb

Abstract

Imaging methods in oncology have allowed earlier diagnosis of malignant diseases, more careful disease monitoring, early detection of local recurrence or dissemination of disease and significantly contribute to the fact that today, cancer is considered a chronic disease. Imaging methods are divided into those which show the morphology of organs and tissues, and those which show the function or metabolism of organs and tissues. Before deciding on the selection of imaging methods, it is necessary to consider clinical issue and goal that we want to achieve by particular examination. Also, it is important to follow diagnostic algorithms in setting indications for imaging methods. The problem faced by general physicians is the potential harmfulness of the (too) frequent shooting.

Keywords

adverse effects; algorithms; cancer; imaging techniques

Hrčak ID:

144060

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/144060

Publication date:

1.9.2015.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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