Colon visualization of bone scan: a special and interesting case.

Abstract

Several causes of bowel visualization on bone scintigraphy have been discussed. Tc-99m MDP whole-body bone imaging was performed on a 38-year-old woman for clinical staging of breast cancer. The bone scintigraphy demonstrated no skeletal abnormality. However, extensive accumulation of radioactivity in the colon was noted. This resulted from the patient drinking her own urine, because some people believe that it is a way to improve their health. To avoid such misleading conditions, thorough history taking, including administration of traditional remedies, special habits, and the habitat of the patient, are necessary before imaging.