How do you administer nuclear medicine?
Different nuclear medicines are administered depending on the precise procedure and the radiopharmaceutical employed. Procedures in nuclear medicine could entail injecting a radiotracer into a vein, swallowing a radiopharmaceutical in the form of a pill, or inhaling a radiopharmaceutical in the form of a gas or aerosol. The imaging or treatment procedure might start after the radiopharmaceutical has been administered to the patient. By using specialised cameras or scanners, imaging operations can produce precise images of the target organ or tissue by detecting the radiation emitted by the radiopharmaceutical. Delivering focused radiation to the site of the disease, such as a tumour, can help eradicate cancer cells and other abnormal tissue.
What is the outcome of nuclear medicine?
Nuclear medicine procedures produce valuable data that can aid medical professionals in more accurately and effectively diagnosing and treating various illnesses. Procedures involving nuclear medicine can be a significant tool in contemporary medicine and are often secure and well-tolerated.
FAQ
Are there side effects of nuclear medicine?
Nuclear medicine operations typically result in a reaction at the injection site, such as discomfort, redness, or swelling. After taking a radiopharmaceutical, some individuals may have mild nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea; however, these symptoms typically go away soon. Rarely, individuals may develop an adverse reaction to the radiation or an allergic reaction to the radiopharmaceutical. Although the likelihood of these adverse effects is often very low, Dr Mthombeni will thoroughly monitor patients throughout and following the treatment to ensure their safety.
How often do I need nuclear medicine?
Nuclear medicine operations are often only carried out under Dr Mthombeni’s advice.
At what stage of cancer is nuclear medicine needed?
Nuclear medicine may be utilised at various cancer stages depending on the particular objectives of the therapy.