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Lugano classification: response evaluation criteria for positron emission tomography/computed tomography in lymphoma follow-up

Samar R. Ragheb, Amir L. Louka, Sherine M. Sharara
2020 The Egyptian Journal of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine  

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Background The purpose of this study is to assess the role of 18 fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (18FDG PET-CT) in the follow-up of patients with lymphoma after finishing therapy. Results This study included 42 lymphomas (25 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and 17 Hodgkin's lymphoma); patients ranging in age from 18 to 70 years were examined by 18FDG PET-CT after therapy and analyzed retrospectively. Confirmatory biopsy was mandatory in cases of suspected disease
more » ... ence and follow-up in cases of complete metabolic response. Positron emission tomography/computed tomography in assessment of lymphoma treatment response reveals significant statistical significance (P < 0.05). It shows 100% sensitivity, 92.8% specificity, and 95.2% accuracy in the prediction of response. Conclusion Positron emission tomography/computed tomography plays an important role in detection of response to treatment of lymphoma after finishing therapy.
doi:10.1186/s43055-020-00303-1 fatcat:luetagfplnaxtdwthcq4cmjkw4
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Samar R. Ragheb, Amir L. Louka, Sherine M. Sharara. "Lugano classification: response evaluation criteria for positron emission tomography/computed tomography in lymphoma follow-up." The Egyptian Journal of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine 51.1 (2020)