Ga-67 scintigraphy in chromomycosis

Ann Nucl Med. 1989 Mar;3(1):59-62. doi: 10.1007/BF03164569.

Abstract

We examined an interesting case of chromomycosis that had a characteristic Ga-67 accumulation. This patient had had widespread chromomycosis skin lesions for 8 years. We performed Ga-67 scintigraphy in an attempt to obtain additional information on the site and extent of the lesion. Ga-67 scintigraphy revealed not only all subcutaneous nodules but also an unsuspected enlarged lymphnode and a visceral lesion. This case indicates that Ga-67 scintigraphy is a very useful method to use in detecting the site and extension of chromomycosis, especially in the nodal and the visceral lesions, and sometimes might help in differential diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Chromoblastomycosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Citrates
  • Citric Acid
  • Gallium Radioisotopes*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Radionuclide Imaging

Substances

  • Citrates
  • Gallium Radioisotopes
  • Citric Acid