Prognostic significance of metabolic parameters measured by 18 F-FDG PET/CT in limited-stage small-cell lung carcinoma

ConclusionsMTV and glu-SUVmax measured on pretreatment18F-FDG PET/CT were independent prognostic factors for LD-SCLC patients after chemoradiotherapy with curative intent. These metabolic markers need validation in larger prospective studies but may be useful in the clinical care of LD-SCLC patients.
Source: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research