International consensus on the use of [18F]-FDG PET/CT in pediatric patients affected by epilepsy

Positron emission tomography (PET) with 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose ([18F]-FDG) has been increasingly applied in precise localization of epileptogenic focus in epilepsy patients, including pediatric patients. The aim of this international consensus is to provide the guideline and specific considerations for [18F]-FDG PET in pediatric patients affected by epilepsy. An international, multidisciplinary task group is formed, and the guideline for brain...