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ea0011p1 | Bone | ECE2006

An audit of the role of Sestimibi imaging of the parathyroid glands in the management of parathyroid disease

Gable D , Bomanji J , Conway G

The requirement for Sestimibi imaging of the parathyroid glands has increased over recent years, partly due to advances in surgical techniques and the need for accurate pre-operative localisation. We audited sestimibi imaging to ensure efficient and appropriate use of this tool in the face of increasing demand. Over two and a half years 128 scans were identified by Nuclear Medicine. We obtained biochemistry and operative status for these using the hospital patient administrati...