Could a man with a big belly stomach triggers false positive thalum nuclear stress result and show shadow or false blockage at lower side of heart. ?

Nuclear scan: It is possible for patients with different body shapes and sizes to affect their nuclear scans. For example women with large breasts and men with a large belly can influence the scan. It is best to follow with your cardiologist to review the results for you.

Doubtful : If dual isotopes are used this should not occur or if sestamibi is used for the stress images this should not occur however nuclear stress studies are only 93% accurate in any event.