Retinoblastoma other imaging findings
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Overview
Retinoblastoma is a cancer of the retina. Development of this tumor is initiated by mutations[1] that inactivate both copies of the RB1 gene, which codes for the retinoblastoma protein.[2]
Whole Bone Scan
- The goal of a whole body bone scan is to show if a cancer has metastasized to your bones. Bone marrow examination or lumbar puncture may also be performed in patients where there is concern regarding the extent of disease; particularly with extraocular extension to rule out cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or bone marrow metastases.
References
- ↑ Knudson A (1971). "Mutation and cancer: statistical study of retinoblastoma". Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 68 (4): 820–3. PMID 5279gadgqetqer523 Check
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