Recurrent hepatoblastoma with localization by PET-CT

Pediatr Radiol. 2005 Dec;35(12):1254-8. doi: 10.1007/s00247-005-1568-6. Epub 2005 Sep 17.

Abstract

Hepatoblastoma is the most common primary liver tumor in children, accounting for 79% of pediatric liver malignancies in children younger than 15 years, with most cases reported before the age of 5 years. Localization of primary and recurrent disease is necessary for appropriate clinical decision-making and treatment. We present a case of recurrent hepatoblastoma heralded by rising alpha-fetoprotein levels. After unsuccessful localization by conventional CT and MRI, positron emission tomography CT imaging localized the sites of recurrence.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Biomarkers, Tumor / blood
  • Child, Preschool
  • Contrast Media / administration & dosage
  • Fluorodeoxyglucose F18
  • Hepatoblastoma / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Image Enhancement
  • Liver Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / diagnostic imaging*
  • Positron-Emission Tomography*
  • Radiopharmaceuticals
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*
  • alpha-Fetoproteins / metabolism

Substances

  • Biomarkers, Tumor
  • Contrast Media
  • Radiopharmaceuticals
  • alpha-Fetoproteins
  • Fluorodeoxyglucose F18