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PET Case Study - Colon Cancer

History
A 42-year-old female with a history of colon cancer had elevated serum CEA levels. A CT scan was negative.

Findings
FDG PET localized a recurrent tumor superior to the bladder. Normal tracer uptake is seen in the heart and ureter/bladder region.

Diagnosis
Recurrent metastatic disease in the pelvis

Surgical Exploration
Adenocarcinoma of the colon


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