V Habouzit, F Casteillo, H Boutallaka, O Perotto, R Grange
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A 68-year-old man presented with rectal bleeding 1 year after a highly complicated surgical course for upper rectal cancer. Endoscopic biopsy confirmed a local recurrence at the rectal stump. 18 F-FDG PET/CT showed intense uptake in peritoneal nodules, suggesting peritoneal carcinomatosis. However, exploratory laparoscopy and pathologic analysis identified basophilic crystals consistent with sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) as the cause of a foreign-body granulomatous reaction, with no evidence of tumor recurrence. This case underscores the importance of considering rare causes of peritoneal false-positive PET/CT findings in patients with a history of severe abdominal complications, ensuring accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
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Clinical Nuclear Medicine is a comprehensive and current resource for professionals in the field of nuclear medicine. It caters to both generalists and specialists, offering valuable insights on how to effectively apply nuclear medicine techniques in various clinical scenarios. With a focus on timely dissemination of information, this journal covers the latest developments that impact all aspects of the specialty.
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