PET Imaging of Peripheral Nerve Tumors

摘要

Peripheral nerve tumors (PNT) are a heterogeneous category of neoplasms that are very rare in the population. The classification of theses tumors is variable, as most of these tumors have more than one name. Furthermore, peripheral nerve sheath tumors encompass a variety of cell types, some of which are not yet completely characterized. Common classification systems are based on the presence or absence of neoplasia, whether the neoplasm is benign or malignant, and the cellular origin of the primary neoplasia.