PET/CT-identified atrial hypermetabolism is an index of atrial inflammation in patients with atrial fibrillation

ConclusionGlucose uptake suppression protocols appear suitable in detecting differential atrial18F-FDG uptake between AF and non-AF patients. Imaging-based assessment of inflammation might help to stratify AF patients offering individualized therapeutic approaches.
Source: Journal of Nuclear Cardiology - Category: Nuclear Medicine Source Type: research