Nuclear Medicine Department

The nuclear medicine department is a specialized unit in hospitals that uses radioactive materials for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This branch of medicine leverages advanced technologies for imaging and providing precise information about the function of body organs. Unlike conventional imaging methods (such as X-rays or CT scans), nuclear medicine focuses more on the functionality of organs and tissues rather than their structure.

Types of Patients Visiting the Nuclear Medicine Department

1. Cardiac Patients: For evaluating blood flow to the heart, diagnosing coronary artery disease, and assessing heart muscle function.
2. Thyroid Patients: For diagnosing thyroid gland function, such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
3. Kidney Patients: For assessing kidney function, examining urinary tract obstructions, or problems caused by kidney stones and other kidney disorders.
4. Neurological Patients: For evaluating brain conditions such as epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, or strokes.

Services Offered in the Nuclear Medicine Department

Diagnostic Scans: These scans are performed by injecting or orally administering radioactive materials into the body. These materials travel to specific areas and emit radiation, which is captured to create detailed images of organ functions. Major types of diagnostic scans include:

• Bone Scan
• Cardiac Scan
• Thyroid Scan