Diagnostic Challenges in a Case of Suspected Breast Cancer with Low FDG Uptake and an Incidental Thyroid Lesion: A Case Report and Literature Review

This case underscores the importance of integrating multiple imaging modalities for accurate diagnosis. While PET/CT is useful for systemic staging, its limitations in detecting certain breast cancer subtypes necessitate complementary imaging techniques and histopathological confirmation. The incidental thyroid lesion also required further assessment, reinforcing the need for a comprehensive diagnostic approach.

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World Journal of Nuclear Medicine
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2025-05-19
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https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0045-1809310
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Breast Lesions and Carcinomas
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Diagnostic Challenges in a Case of Suspected Breast Cancer with Low FDG Uptake and an Incidental Thyroid Lesion: A Case Report and Literature Review

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Diagnostic Challenges in a Case of Suspected Breast Cancer with Low FDG Uptake and an Incidental Thyroid Lesion: A Case Report and Literature Review

Yustia Tuti, Ayu Rosemeilia Dewi, Raydel BrianKwee Amalo
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Abstract

This case underscores the importance of integrating multiple imaging modalities for accurate diagnosis. While PET/CT is useful for systemic staging, its limitations in detecting certain breast cancer subtypes necessitate complementary imaging techniques and histopathological confirmation. The incidental thyroid lesion also required further assessment, reinforcing the need for a comprehensive diagnostic approach.

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Diagnostic Challenges in a Case of Suspected Breast Cancer with Low FDG Uptake and an Incidental Thyroid Lesion: A Case Report and Literature Review — Yustia Tuti, Ayu Rosemeilia Dewi, et al. · World Journal of Nuclear Medicine (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS