Urinary Reflux Mimicking Seminal Vesicle Invasion on 99mTc-HYNIC-PSMA SPECT/CT

A 67-year-old man with lower urinary tract symptoms underwent transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), revealing prostatic adenocarcinoma. Staging with 99mTc-HYNIC-PSMA SPECT/CT demonstrated focal uptake at the prostate mid-to-base and left seminal vesicle, initially suggesting miT3b disease. However, a subsequent bone scan revealed an identical uptake pattern inferior to the bladder, confirming a urinary artifact rather than true PSMA-avid tumor involvement. This case underscores a recognized pitfall of PSMA imaging following TURP and highlights the value of correlative imaging in preventing false-positive interpretation and ensuring accurate staging.

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Clinical Nuclear Medicine
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2025-11-19
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https://doi.org/10.1097/rlu.0000000000006235
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Urologic and reproductive health conditions
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Urinary Reflux Mimicking Seminal Vesicle Invasion on 99mTc-HYNIC-PSMA SPECT/CT

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Abstract

A 67-year-old man with lower urinary tract symptoms underwent transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), revealing prostatic adenocarcinoma. Staging with 99mTc-HYNIC-PSMA SPECT/CT demonstrated focal uptake at the prostate mid-to-base and left seminal vesicle, initially suggesting miT3b disease. However, a subsequent bone scan revealed an identical uptake pattern inferior to the bladder, confirming a urinary artifact rather than true PSMA-avid tumor involvement. This case underscores a recognized pitfall of PSMA imaging following TURP and highlights the value of correlative imaging in preventing false-positive interpretation and ensuring accurate staging.

Clinical Nuclear Medicine
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (IR), Ghaem Hospital (IR)
Openalex Percentile: Top 45%
Urologic and reproductive health conditions
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