Digital PET Scan offers several important advantages over analog PET Scan in detecting cancer cells. The presence of this cutting-edge medical imaging technology is great news for those seeking early cancer detection. In addition, Digital PET Scan plays a key role in helping doctors determine the stage of cancer and evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing treatments.
Now, there’s no need for patients to go abroad to access Digital PET Scan. Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri offers this advanced service right here in Indonesia.
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Digital PET Scan vs. Analog PET Scan: Key Advantages in Cancer Detection
Digital PET Scan is still very rare in Indonesia, with only around five hospitals equipped with the technology. Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri is among the few.
Not only does the hospital offer Digital PET Scan, but it is also equipped with a Cyclotron facility to produce the tracer substances, supported by a team of nuclear medicine specialists who carry out the Digital PET Scan procedure.
Here are several advantages of Digital PET Scan compared to the analog version:
1. Detects Smaller Cancer Lesions
Digital PET Scan uses silicon photomultiplier (SiPM) detectors, which are highly sensitive to signals. This enables detection of very small cancer lesions, allowing for identification of cancer at the earliest stages—even before clinical symptoms appear—thus increasing the success rate of treatment.
2. High-Contrast Color Imaging
Unlike analog PET Scans that produce black-and-white images, Digital PET Scan generates high-contrast color images. This allows medical personnel to observe cancer location and spread with greater accuracy and clarity. The superior image quality also helps reduce diagnostic errors.
3. Lower Radiation
Before the scan, a tracer is injected into the patient. Digital PET Scan uses a tracer with significantly lower radiation than the analog version, yet still produces sharp, diagnostic-quality images. The tracer is produced by the hospital’s Cyclotron, reducing patient wait times.
4. Faster Scanning
The scanning process with Digital PET Scan only takes a few minutes—much faster than analog technology. This efficiency increases patient comfort and speeds up medical decision-making.
5. More Detailed and Specific Information
Digital PET Scan not only reveals the presence of cancer cells but also provides detailed information such as location, spread, and cancer stage. It can even monitor the effectiveness of ongoing cancer treatment, enabling doctors to create more precise treatment plans.
6. Equipped with 360 Panorama Experience
The Digital PET CT Scan at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri offers a 360 Panorama Experience, displaying beautiful scenery around the patient during the scan. This feature helps create a more calming and comfortable atmosphere, reducing stress throughout the scanning process.
Digital PET Scan Gallery at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri
Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri provides the following facilities to support its Digital PET Scan services:
1. Digital PET Scan Machine
A high-tech imaging device used for accurate and efficient cancer detection.
2. Dedicated Waiting and Uptake Rooms
After the tracer is injected, patients need to wait about 60 minutes for it to distribute throughout the body. Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri provides dedicated waiting and uptake rooms designed for maximum comfort.
There are two types of uptake rooms available: Standard and VVIP, allowing patients to choose based on their needs and preferences.
3. Comfort Amenities in the Waiting Area
To ensure patient comfort during the waiting period, amenities such as massage chairs, entertainment TVs, and WiFi access are provided.
Nuclear Medicine Specialist Team for Digital PET Scan at Mandaya Royal Puri
Digital PET Scan procedures are conducted by experienced and well-trained nuclear medicine specialists. Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri has several nuclear medicine doctors ready to provide comprehensive care using Digital PET Scan, including:
1. dr. Aleksander, Sp.KTNM, FANMB.
dr. Aleksander is a nuclear medicine specialist who studied at Maranatha Christian University and completed his specialist training at Padjadjaran University. He has also attended various nuclear medicine training programs.
Available at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri:
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Monday to Friday: 09.00 – 17.00 WIB
2. dr. Eko Purnomo, Sp.KNTM, Subsp. Onk.
dr. Eko Purnomo completed his medical education at Atma Jaya University and specialized in nuclear medicine at Padjadjaran University. He has trained in PET CT in Shanghai (China), Amsterdam (Netherlands), and Tokyo (Japan).
Available at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri:
- Monday to Thursday: 09.00 – 15.00 WIB
- Friday: 11.00 – 15.00 WIB
3. dr. Alvita Dewi Siswoyo, Sp.KNTM, Subsp. Onk., M.Kes., FANMB.
dr. Alvita studied nuclear medicine at Padjadjaran University in Bandung. She has participated in numerous training programs and workshops, such as Hybrid Imaging in Oncology, IAEA Regional Training Course in Mumbai, and courses on radioisotopes, radiopharmaceuticals, and cyclotron technology organized by the Indonesian Society of Nuclear Medicine.
Available at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri:
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Monday & Wednesday: 17.00 – 19.00 WIB
If you are interested in undergoing a Digital PET Scan at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri, please contact our marketing team through the links below:
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