Cystic fibrosis

Case submitted by M. Oguz Kartal

28-year-old male

Under follow-up for asymptomatic cystic fibrosis

Sputum culture was positive for Pseudomonas aeruginosa

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Selected slices showing bilateral bronchial dilatation and wall thickening with increased FDG uptake.

Case Notes

Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disease that leads to neutrophilic inflammation in the lung airways, providing a backdrop for frequent infections to develop.

In FDG PET/CT, increased F-18 FDG uptake can be observed in the airways accompanied by bronchiectasis. Studies in the literature have shown a decrease in SUVmax values after treatment.

Updated on Apr 18, 2024