Summary We have reviewed above only a few of the pediatric nuclear medicine studies. Pediatric nuclear medicine offers many diagnostic opportunities to solve clinical problems in children. In order to properly perform examinations individuals trained in this subspecialty area should be available. When a physician recommends a pediatric nuclear medicine examination, there should be little hesitation in studying the child. There is an excellent safety record with regard to long-term outcome in children.
Radiation doses are low and present little risk to the child.
The risks of not studying a child by nuclear medicine examination are much greater than any radiation risk. The nuclear medicine department in your local area can provide specific details on how they perform these examinations in their department.