Technetium-labeled myocardial imaging agents

Int J Card Imaging. 1992;8(4):277-87. doi: 10.1007/BF01146027.

Abstract

99mTc sestamibi and 99mTc teboroxime has unique features that differ from thallium-201 in dosimetry, energy, cellular transport, extraction fraction, retention, washout, and imaging protocols. Sestamibi is ideal for gated and SPECT imaging while SPECT imaging with a multi-head detector system is preferred for teboroxime. Both permit simultaneous assessment of perfusion and function using first-pass radionuclide angiography. This paper discusses the special features and clinical applications of these two technetium agents.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Coronary Disease / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Organotechnetium Compounds* / chemistry
  • Oximes* / chemistry
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Technetium Tc 99m Sestamibi* / chemistry

Substances

  • Organotechnetium Compounds
  • Oximes
  • Technetium Tc 99m Sestamibi
  • technetium Tc 99m teboroxime