Advanced imaging techniques provide three-dimensional images of the internal body, enabling a comprehensive understanding of cancer. MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), CT (computed tomography) and PET (positron emission tomography) scans can be performed on pets.
Advanced imaging techniques, which are among the most effective tools in diagnosing the disease and determining treatment options, provide three-dimensional images of the internal body, allowing cancer to be understood in its full scope.
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), CT (computed tomography) and PET (positron emission tomography) scans can be performed on pets. Since these scans require the patient to be immobilised, the procedures are performed under anaesthesia.
Advanced imaging techniques play an important role in cancer treatment in terms of detecting metastasis, diagnosing many types of cancer, and being used both in biopsy applications and in treatment.
Advanced imaging techniques such as MRI, CT, and PET scanning require specialist radiologists, unlike other diagnostic imaging methods such as ultrasound and X-ray. In our clinic, we aim for precision in diagnosis and treatment by working with experienced radiologists and the most up-to-date equipment available in contracted health centres.
CT Scan (Computed Tomography)
In a CT scan, the body is imaged in high resolution, allowing a comprehensive examination of all bones and internal organs. It is particularly effective in detecting small tumours. Cross-sectional images are produced by rotating a ring-shaped device around the patient with high-speed X-rays.MR
(Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
In MR imaging, a very strong magnetic field is used to follow the movements of water molecules in body tissues and detailed images are obtained as a result of the interaction of electromagnetic waves from water molecules with different tissues. Soft tissue structures are visualised in detail with MR.
PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography)
The aim of PET scanning is to measure cellular metabolic activities in organs and tissues. For this purpose, a radioactive substance is injected into the body and the metabolic changes activated by this substance are analysed. In this process, the biodistribution seen in tissues that use the glucose in the radioactive substance as an energy source is examined and thus the recurrence status of the cancer is determined and staging is performed. This procedure is usually performed in conjunction with CT scanning in order to determine the exact anatomical location of the analysed tissues.
