Could a deformed spine (scoliosis) mess up a bone scan which is looking for possible cancer?

Maybe: Bone scans simply detect increased bone metabolism; they are not specific for cancer. If scoliosis is progressing and there is more activity in the vertebrae, it could be a false positive. If the activity is away from the spine, cancer is more likely.

No: If concerned get a spect scan 3d picture better bone scan.

Maybe: Scoliosis is common and usually will not affect the interpretation of the bone scan. A pet/ct bone scan can help eliminate benign bony abnormalities from bone cancer due to hybrid imaging of anatomy and metabolism.

Shouldn't : Bone scans pick up increased metabolic activity, and are not affected by structural abnormalities such as scoliosis.