Nuclear medicine injections are often used in cancer screenings: What happens when it goes wrong?

Dr. Sudipta Nag, Senior Consultant – Nuclear Medicine at Desun Hospital, explains how nuclear medicine is transforming healthcare. Using tiny amounts of radio tracers administered orally or by injection, it diagnoses and treats diseases from the inside out through PET-CT and SPECT-CT. It plays a crucial role in cancer detection, staging, and treatment, while also being vital in thyroid disorders like Graves’ disease and neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. With molecular

Advanced Nuclear Therapy is now available at Indus International Hospital, offering hope through precision cancer care. This cutting-edge treatment targets cancer cells directly while protecting healthy tissues, helping patients experience better outcomes with fewer side effects. Guided by expert oncologists and nuclear medicine specialists, patients receive personalized care every step of the way. Together, we’re redefining cancer treatment and paving the path toward healing. #indushospitals |

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