18F-FDG PET/CT and MRI findings of an atypical glomus tumor of the thoracic spine: a rare case report

Xueqin Zhao; Zhenzhen Wang; Xingyu Mu; Yang Wu; Jie Qin; Zuguo Li; Wei Fu

doi:10.1186/s41824-026-00296-6

March 26, 2026EJNMMI ReportsOpen Access

18F-FDG PET/CT and MRI findings of an atypical glomus tumor of the thoracic spine: a rare case report

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Key Points

This report aims to illustrate the role of MRI and 18F-FDG PET/CT in evaluating atypical glomus tumors of the spine.
Case report of an atypical glomus tumor in the thoracic spine.
Assessment using MRI for anatomical visualization.
Use of 18F-FDG PET/CT for metabolic evaluation.
MRI provided detailed anatomical information of the tumor location.
18F-FDG PET/CT revealed metabolic activity, indicating potential for additional lesions.
Findings underscore the importance of using both imaging modalities for comprehensive assessment.

Implication

Case report highlights MRI and 18F-FDG PET/CT findings in an atypical glomus tumor, suggesting their complementary use.

Abstract

This case highlights the complementary role of MRI and ¹⁸F-FDG PET/CT in the evaluation of rare spinal glomus tumors. ¹⁸F-FDG PET/CT may provide supportive metabolic information and help assess the presence of additional FDG-avid lesions in atypical presentations.

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18F-FDG PET/CT and MRI findings of an atypical glomus tumor of the thoracic spine: a rare case report

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18F-FDG PET/CT and MRI findings of an atypical glomus tumor of the thoracic spine: a rare case report

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