1. The document discusses common pitfalls of 18F-FDG PET/CT in head and neck oncology such as inflammation, infection, and partial volume averaging effects. 2. It provides modifications to avoid pitfalls including using a neck collar, keeping the patient quiet and warm, massaging salivary glands, and having head and neck surgeons interpret scans. 3. Proper patient preparation before PET/CT and being aware of common pitfalls are emphasized.