What does RNV mean in ONCOLOGY

Radio-Nuclear Ventriculography (RNV) is an imaging technique that uses radioactive materials to obtain radiologic images of the ventricles of the heart. It can be used to diagnose a variety of cardiac illnesses, such as congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease and cardiomyopathy.

RNV works by using small amounts of radioactive tracer material that is injected into a vein in your arm and travels through your bloodstream to your heart. The radiation detector then captures images of your ventricles while they are contracting and pumping, allowing physicians to diagnose potential issues with their structure or functioning capacity.

With Radio-Nuclear Ventriculography (RNV), physicians can diagnose a variety of cardiac illnesses, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease and cardiomyopathy.

Preparation includes fasting for at least 8 hours with water being allowed during this period before the procedure begins. You may also need to complete other tests prior to having an RNV, such as an echocardiogram or stress test.

There are very minimal risks associated with this procedure since it only requires a tiny amount of radiation in order for it to be effective. Additionally, you should not feel any discomfort during the imaging process as no needles in inserted into your skin or organs during it.