Pet Scan Centers of Iran

Pet scan centers in Iran are increasing annually due to the arrival of the first pet and psychotron by Masih Daneshvari Hospital. In this article, which has been prepared by the specialized team of medical scan website, we are going to introduce some of these centers, the services provided by them.

What services are provided in pet scan centers?

One of the imaging methods in which radioactive materials are used is called pet scan. In this method, radioactive materials are used to observe metabolic processes in the body and perform accurate measurements if needed. This method is particularly used to diagnose cancer and is very efficient in determining the rate of cancer spreading in the body.

Nowadays, in Iran, centers have been established that use pet scan devices to detect cancerous masses. In these centers, all services are provided for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, and we intend to provide you with more comprehensive information about this method and the services provided in these centers.

In these centers, patients can use services such as pet mammography, pet CT as well as SPECT. Note that all of these services are provided by specialists.

Pet scans are performed by doctors in centers, usually in order to detect cancerous masses. In order to detect cancerous masses, it is necessary to enter the body with a small amount of radioactive material first. These radioactive substances are emitted by positrons and are called radiodrugs. These materials are injected into the body and then imaging is performed using a PET scanner.

Some of the parts on the final image are clearer, these areas are actually parts of the body where the accumulation of injectable radiodrharmacemaceferous drugs is higher. Finally, by examining the bright spots in the image, the physician can diagnose cancerous masses and apply for treatment.

Pet Scan Centers in Iran

Based on the studies and statistics obtained so far, Iran is one of the countries where the rate of cancer growth is increasing compared to other countries in the world. Therefore, it is necessary to take measures to prevent cancer growth in the country as much as possible. To date, important measures have been taken, including the development of new methods of cancer diagnosis.

One of the most modern methods for diagnosis and treatment of cancer is the use of pet scan machines. There are few centers that use this method in Iran, all of which are working according to international standards with the aim of providing services to patients. It is hoped that these centers will be set up in the necessary number of people in each city of Iran so that the treatment of people can be treated more easily. The following are the centers in Iran that now use a pet scan device:

• Ferdows Imaging Pet Scan Center in Tehran
• Pet scan center of Shariati Hospital in Tehran
• Pet Scan Center for Payam Imaging in Karaj
• Pet scan center of Razavi Hospital in Mashhad
• Pet scan center of Khatam al-Anbia Hospital in Tehran
• Pet Scan Center of Shiraz Kosar Hospital
• Pet Scan Center of Imam Khomeini Hospital in Tehran
• Omid Pet Scan Imaging Center in Tabriz

Other public and private centers in Tehran, Alborz, Kurdistan, Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, etc. They are being established and launched, which we will list on the Specialized Website of Scan Teb in the future. In the following sections, we will provide you with a description of the services provided in these centres.

A video from the Pet Scan Message Center

Familiarity with pet scans in centers

Pet scans are performed by doctors in centers, usually in order to detect cancerous masses. In order to detect cancerous masses, it is necessary to enter the body with a small amount of radioactive material first. These radioactive substances, called radiodrugs, emit positrons, which are carried out according to the processing. These materials are injected into the body and then imaging is performed using a PET scanner. This scanner was designed and manufactured to detect greenhouse gas emissions from radiotherapy. The camera is connected to a computer through which 2D and 3D images taken from the body can be viewed and examined.

Some of the parts on the final image are clearer, these areas are actually parts of the body where the accumulation of injectable radiodrharmacemaceferous drugs is higher. Finally, by examining the bright spots in the image, the physician can diagnose cancerous masses and apply for treatment.

Who can go to pet scan centers?

In some cases, the doctor needs to refer the patient to one of the pet scan centers so that he can accurately diagnose the disease and take action for treatment. The doctor may determine that this imaging method is needed for the patient due to a variety of reasons, including oxygen consumption, blood flow examination, organ metabolism or tissues.
This imaging method is performed to diagnose diseases such as cancer, heart disease and brain disorders.

Cancer: The metabolic rate of cancer cells is higher than non-cancerous cells and this is why in this method, the damaged points are well identified. Pet scan centers provide the following services for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer:

• View images and investigate the prevalence of cancer
• The effect of previous treatments on cancerous masses
• Observation and evaluation of malignant cancer and diagnosis of the most appropriate treatment methods

In these centers, services are also provided for cardiac patients. Heart disease is well diagnosed with this method. In fact, in the scan, the points of the heart where blood flow has decreased and damaged will be clearer, and the doctor can accurately diagnose the damaged tissues and start the best treatment by examining the image.
The next is the use of these devices to investigate brain disorders. Doctors in these centers can diagnose any brain abnormalities and perform accurate treatment. In these centers, pet scan services are provided to people with disorders in the central nervous system of the brain. These diseases include:
•Epilepsy
•Depression
• Concussion
•Alzheimer ‘s
•Parkinson

Who shouldn’t do pet scans?

This new imaging method is prohibited for pregnant women. In addition to pregnant women, people who breastfeed their babies should not go to these centres. Be sure to consult your doctor in case of necessity, before taking any action if you are pregnant.

It is also recommended that people who have pet scans do not be near pregnant, nursing, infants and even young children within the first few hours after the scan.

In addition to the above, visiting these centers and doing PET SCAN can be dangerous for people with high creatine levels or kidney disease. Therefore, it is recommended to see a specialist before referring to a specialist and be operated according to the instructions.
Tips: People with diabetes need to perform a special procedure in order to perform a scan.

How long does pet scan take?

After pet scan by PET Scan device, the expert first preprocessses the initial image by specialized software of pet scan machine and prepares clear and useful information for nuclear medicine specialist and radiologist. If your scan has not been performed correctly and in full resolution, the nuclear medicine expert may ask you for a re-scan.
Finally, the desired images will be sent to the specialist to prepare your pet scan report and answer. The duration of pet scan response varies depending on the center, the number of patients in the center, the crowding of the centers, and the type of scan, which may take between 24 hours and 72 hours.

Final Word

Pet scan is an imaging technique that is used today in specialized centers. These centers provide a variety of services to patients. The patient receives the special clothing, receives the tracker and inhales, swallows, or injects it, depending on the doctor’s instructions. After 30 minutes to 1 hour, the tracker is absorbed. Finally, the patient is lying on the corresponding bed and imaging is done.

In order to take a pet scan, you can refer to the system to

get a scan or

online appointment of the specialized website to register the pet scan on a daily basis to recommend the best and fastest method to you through this system.

Imaging in PET SCAN centers is very accurate, but you need to know that it takes about an hour to do it. Finally, after 24 hours of pet scan, the result will be delivered to the patients.