[Emergency perfusion lung scan for pulmonary embolism]

Rinsho Hoshasen. 1990 Feb;35(2):249-52.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Six cases of pulmonary embolism were reported. As pulmonary embolism often becomes critical condition, early diagnosis and medical treatment is need. Perfusion lung scan for pulmonary embolism may be useful for a diagnosis and evaluation of the degree of its disease and therapeutic value.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Emergencies*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Pulmonary Embolism / diagnostic imaging*
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Technetium Tc 99m Aggregated Albumin*

Substances

  • Technetium Tc 99m Aggregated Albumin