What Pediatric Conditions Can Be Diagnosed with this Scan?
In pediatrics, the Technetium 99m pertechnetate scan is often employed to diagnose a variety of conditions including:
Thyroid Disorders: The scan can assess thyroid gland function to diagnose conditions such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Meckel's Diverticulum: This congenital anomaly can cause gastrointestinal bleeding. The scan detects ectopic gastric mucosa associated with Meckel's diverticulum. Neonatal Hepatobiliary Disorders: It can help evaluate biliary atresia or other liver and biliary tract abnormalities. Neuroblastoma: This type of cancer can be evaluated using the scan to determine the extent of the disease.
