PET/CT

On the one hand, PET (positron emission tomography) is used to visualize the tumor metabolism with Ga-68-PSMA ("prostate-specific membrane antigen"), on the other CT (computed tomography, here as "low-dose CT"). ) to the spatial localization. The combination of both methods in one study allows an exact localization of malignant tumors, as it is not possible with other methods. Thus, primary tumor and possible metastases can be detected and at the same time the possibility of a therapy with radiolabelled Y-90 or Lu-177-PSMA can be estimated (so-called "Theranostics" concept).

For planning and preparation for a PET examination, a detailed discussion with the participating physicians is absolutely necessary, please bring documents for preliminary examinations mit.Wichtig is also the sobriety for 12 h before the examination. Please ask in advance, if necessary, medication must be paused.

The costs of PET-CT at the Center for Nuclear Medicine and PET / CT, Bremen, are covered in this procedure by most statutory health insurance companies (SHI). We would be happy to assist you in the preparation of a cost transfer application otherwise. Private insured persons should inform themselves in advance at their private health insurance company whether a treatment will be accepted.

With our PET / CT diverse questions and clinical pictures can be clarified: - Tumors of the body strain and the brain including neuroendocrine tumors - Search for inflammatory foci - Differentiation of dementia forms - Treatment planning - Therapy response (eg during chemotherapy)