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@jeffmarc I was able to get the PSMA PET/CT scan report. There is not evidence of any metastasis on other parts of body. Only one lymph node on the right pelvic is infected (SUV mean 25.3). Could you please explain what SUV mean 25.3 is? I have no clue.

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jeff Marchi | @jeffmarc | Feb 14 10:50am

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Generally, an SUV max greater than 2.5 is often considered for malignancy. However, the exact significance of a specific SUV number is determined by a radiologist in the context of the patient's entire scan, comparing it to surrounding tissue and previous imaging.

An SUV of 25.3 is almost definitely malignant. Something that must be treated.

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