Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Is The Meaning Of The PET Scan?
Hi I just got the results of a PET scan. The radiology report says the resting ECG showed NSR, nonspecific ST Changes, and RBBB. Rightward Axis. At peak regadenosan effect there were no significant ST changes present. There were rare single VPBs noted during the rest, regadenosan and recovery phases of the test. Can you please tell me what this means?
Wed, 18 Mar 2015
The information you have provided here is insufficient. A cardiac PET scan or a myocardial perfusion imaging has an "imaging part" to it.
So as far as the stress (regadenosan) part goes, it seems fine, which suggests there is no evidence of induced Ischemia (reduced blood flow at peak stress). However, since the whole study is interpreted considering the images, this finding in isolation is less sensitive and does not represent the actual cardiac scenario.
Also, the clinical profile has to be considered too.
So as far as the stress (regadenosan) part goes, it seems fine, which suggests there is no evidence of induced Ischemia (reduced blood flow at peak stress). However, since the whole study is interpreted considering the images, this finding in isolation is less sensitive and does not represent the actual cardiac scenario.
Also, the clinical profile has to be considered too.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Cardiac arrhythmia
Loading Online Doctors....