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How
does the PET Scan assist physicians and their
patients with cancer?
The PET scan serves as a test for the early
detection of recurrent cancer and can accurately
assess the location and stage of malignant disease
prior to surgery for cancer. It also monitors
the effects of treatment non-invasively and produces
imaging information of superior quality. PET
can also reduce or eliminate ineffective and
unnecessary treatment.
 How
does the PET Scan assist physicians and their
patients with neurological diseases?
PET is one of the most sensitive tests available
for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease,
enabling early treatment. As drugs are developed
to halt the progression of the disease, early
diagnosis and treatment will become even more
important.
PET is also effective in the diagnosis and management
of epilepsy by assisting physicians locate the
exact focal point of the seizures.
 How
does the PET Scan assist physicians and their
patients with heart disease?
PET is the standard for evaluating candidates
for bypass surgery. If a defect is present in
the heart, the PET scan can determine whether
or not the damage caused to the tissue can be
corrected or if it is permanent. This is very
important in helping the physician to decide
whether or not the patient will benefit from
surgery.
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