Salivary Gland Imaging Report Items |
In the report include: |
a) Shape and size of parotids and submandibular glands. b) Radiotracer concentration in salivary glands, mouth, thyroid and soft tissues, before and after acid stimulous; c) Compare salivary glands intensity with mentioned structures; d) Note increase and diminution of activity in curves of all useful sites. e) Late enhancement. |
The following criteria may summarize the report parameters to assess functionality: |
Grade 0 = Normal uptake and excretion. Grade 1 = Mild functional involvement. Grade 2 = Moderate functional involvement. Grade 3 = Severe functional involvement. Grade 4 = Absent salivary function. |
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