Imaging modalities in pediatric oncology

Radiol Clin North Am. 1997 Nov;35(6):1281-300.

Abstract

Many imaging modalities are available for the diagnosis, follow-up, and sometimes treatment of pediatric oncology diseases. The advantages and disadvantages, indications and contraindications, techniques, and patient preparations of the most commonly used modalities are discussed in this article. The role of sedation and the most widely used drugs are also discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Diagnostic Imaging*
  • Humans
  • Hypnotics and Sedatives
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
  • Infant
  • Neoplasms / diagnosis*

Substances

  • Hypnotics and Sedatives