Radionuclide Venography and the Role of Radionuclides in the Detection of Venous Disease

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Abstract
Radionuclide venography [99mTc] in the lower extremity and the pelvis for the detection of deep venous thrombosis in patients was discussed. The nuclear venogram is most helpful in the demonstration of collateral vessels, the presence of which is a strong indication of total occlusion. The static radioparticle scan is a good technique for evaluating early intimal damage and partially occlusive thrombi. The static scan may miss total occlusions. The 2 procedures are complementary and, when combined, yield a very high degree of accuracy in the detection of venous thrombosis.