Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear medicine uses advanced technology in noninvasive imaging to capture functional and molecular images of organs and tissues without causing adverse effects, thereby facilitating accurate diagnoses and treatments.



A patient lying on a table in the nuclear medicine department to undergo an imaging study A patient lying on a table in the nuclear medicine department to undergo an imaging study

Blue location pin icon on a white background. 9371 Campos Eliseos Ave., Campos Elíseos, 32472 Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, México

+52 656 227 1400 Ext. 2230

Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Nuclear medicine is a specialty that uses small amounts of radioactive substances to diagnose and treat diseases. At Hospital Angeles Ciudad Juárez a state-of-the-art Nuclear Medicine department that offers a wide range of tests and treatments.

Our team of nuclear medicine specialists uses state-of-the-art technology to perform studies such as bone scans, renal scans, thyroid scans, and lung scans, among others. These studies allow us to obtain detailed images of how organs and tissues function, which helps diagnose diseases accurately and at an early stage.

In addition, at Hospital Angeles Ciudad Juárez weCiudad Juárez offer nuclear medicine treatments, such as radioactive iodine therapy to treat thyroid cancer and metabolic therapy to treat bone pain caused by metastasis.

Our nuclear medicine service is known for its quality and precision in diagnostics and treatments. We work closely with other medical specialists to provide a comprehensive and personalized approach to each patient.

If you need nuclear medicine tests or are seeking specialized treatment, at Hospital Angeles Ciudad Juárez a team of highly trained professionals and state-of-the-art technology. Come to us to take care of your health and receive the medical care you deserve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Nuclear medicine is a medical specialty that uses small amounts of radioactive substances to diagnose and treat various diseases.

The most common nuclear medicine tests include bone scans, thyroid scans, renal scans, and lung scans.

To perform a nuclear medicine scan, a small amount of a radioactive substance is administered to the patient, either orally, intravenously, or by inhalation. A special camera is then used to detect the radiation emitted by the body and obtain detailed images.

Yes, nuclear medicine scans are safe and do not cause side effects. The radiation doses used are very low, and the benefits of the treatment far outweigh any risks.

The duration of a nuclear medicine exam at our hospital may vary depending on the type of exam and the part of the body being evaluated. In general, it can take between 1 and 3 hours, including preparation time and image acquisition.

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