Advanced imaging in endocrinology enhances the diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders by providing detailed visualizations of glandular structures and tissue abnormalities. Techniques like MRI, CT scans, and high-resolution ultrasound help in assessing conditions such as thyroid nodules, pituitary tumors, and adrenal disorders. Functional imaging, such as PET and SPECT scans, further aids in detecting hormone-secreting tumors and guiding treatment decisions. These imaging modalities enable early detection, precise localization, and monitoring of endocrine diseases, improving patient outcomes.
16.1 Imaging Techniques for Pancreatic beta-cells
16.2 Advances in adrenal gland imaging
16.3 Thyroid nodules: AI in imaging diagnostics
16.4 MRI-based studies of pituitary function
16.5 Bone health assessments in diabetes