Cardiac Viability PET Scan Procedure
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Cardiac Viability PET
Cardiac Viability PET is an advanced imaging test that assesses heart muscle function and blood flow to determine if damaged tissue can recover. It uses a small amount of radioactive tracer to highlight viable heart tissue, helping doctors evaluate conditions like coronary artery disease and heart failure. This scan is crucial in deciding whether a patient would benefit from procedures like bypass surgery or angioplasty. By accurately identifying viable myocardium, Cardiac Viability PET aids in optimizing treatment plans for better heart health.
Cardiac Viability PET Procedure
Please Note: The following guidelines outline the standard procedure for FDG scans.
Variations may occur based on individual patient needs. If there are any deviations
from this process, they will be due to specific patient requirements. For further
clarification or assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to our staff
1. Appointment Scheduling
- Schedule your appointment one day in advance.
- If your appointment was scheduled several days in advance, please confirm it with us one day before the scan.
2. Arrival and Reception
- Schedule your appointment one day in advance.
- If your appointment was scheduled several days in advance, please confirm it with us one day before the scan.
3. Initial GRBS Check
- We will check the GRBS.
- If the sugar level is below 150, we will administer glucose followed by insulin injection as per doctors instructions to ensure that the scan images are clear, allowing doctors to differentiate between various cells.
- After giving glucose, we will wait for 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the doctor's instructions, and then recheck the glucose levels.
- If the levels are appropriate for the scan (150-180), we will proceed to inject FDG.
4. High GRBS Management
- If the sugar level is high (above 180), we will administer insulin and wait for 45 minutes to 1 hour before rechecking the levels.
- Once the sugar level is in the appropriate range, we will proceed with the FDG injection.
- If the levels remain high after the insulin, we will administer more insulin and continue monitoring until the levels are below 150. In some cases, based on the patient’s condition, we may inject insulin and FDG together as per the doctor's guidance.
- In some cases, the patient may be called the next day by reducing the GRBS levels, if they are insulin resistant, then we will call them the next day
5. Preparation for Injection
- A cannula will be inserted by the nursing staff and FDG will be injected, if glucose is in the appropriate range, it’ll be confirmed by the doctor, it depends on individual circumstances.
- There will be a waiting period of 30 minutes to 1 hour, to prepare the drug, before injecting. In some cases, there may be no waiting period.
6. FDG Injection
- Once the FDG drug is prepared, it will be injected.
- You will need to wait for 1 to 1.5 hour to allow the drug to spread throughout your body.
7. Initial Scan
- After the waiting period, you will be taken for the scan, which will last approximately 15-20 minutes.
8. Doctor’s Evaluation
- The doctor will review the initial scan images.
- If necessary, a delayed scan will be scheduled based on your specific case.
9. Delayed Scan
- The timing for a delayed scan may range from 1 hour, depending on individual circumstances.
10. Report Collection:
- A soft copy of your scan report will be sent to you via WhatsApp or email within 2.5 to 5 hours.
- If there is a high patient load or if the report requires consultation with the referring doctor, the report delivery time may vary.
- The hard copy of the report will be ready at the same time as the soft copy. You may collect it from the centre at your convenience, either at the time the soft copy is ready or at a later time that suits you.
Preparations For Cardiac Viability PET
Fasting
You should fast for at least 4-6 hours before the scan. This includes avoiding all food, gum, candy, and any drinks other than water. The reason for this is to minimize blood sugar levels, which can interfere with the FDG uptake by the cells.
Hydration
Drink plenty of water before the scan, typically 1-2 Litre over a few hours, but avoid any other beverages. This helps with the distribution of the FDG tracer in your body and also reduces radiation exposure by diluting the tracer in the urine.
Medication
If you are on medications that affect blood sugar, consult with your doctor for specific instructions.