A nuclear medicine bone scan that displays a "hot spot" is indicative of fracture or metastasis.

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A "hot spot" on a nuclear medicine bone scan indicates an area of increased metabolic activity, which can be caused by a fracture or metastasis (cancer that has spread to the bone). The increased activity is visualized as a brighter area on the scan. However, further imaging and/or biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.

A Nuclear Medicine Bone Scan That Displays a "Hot Spot