Scintiphotographic Evaluation of LeVeen Peritoneo-Venous Shunt Patency Using Intraperitoneal Tc-99m-MAA

Abstract
A simple method is described for assessing the patency of LeVeen peritoneo-venous shunts. Following the i.p. injection of 5 mCi of 99mTc-MAA [macroaggregated albumin] pulmonary radioactivity is monitored using a .gamma. scintillation camera. Lung visualization indicates shunt patency, while lack of lung uptake implies shunt obstruction.

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