An easy and practical guide for imaging infection/inflammation by [18F]FDG PET/CT

Aim The aim of this mini-review was to summarize the role of positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) with 18 Fluorine-fluorodeoxyglucose ([ 18 F]FDG) in inflammatory and infective processes, based on the published scientific evidence. Methods We analysed clinical indications, patient preparation, image acquisition protocols, image interpretation, pitfalls and how to make the report of cardio-vascular diseases, musculoskeletal...