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Positron Emission Tomography - Current Clinical and Research Aspects
Edited by Chia-Hung Hsieh, ISBN 978-953-307-824-3, Hard cover, 336 pages, Publisher: InTech, Published: February 08, 2012 under CC BY 3.0 license, in subject Diagnostics
DOI: 10.5772/1280
This book's stated purpose is to provide a discussion of the technical basis and clinical applications of positron emission tomography (PET), as well as their recent progress in nuclear medicine. It also summarizes current literature about research and clinical science in PET. The book is divided into two broad sections: basic science and clinical science. The basic science section examines PET imaging processing, kinetic modeling, free software, and radiopharmaceuticals. The clinical science section demonstrates various clinical applications and diagnoses. The text is intended not only for scientists, but also for all clinicians seeking recent information regarding PET.
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Book contents
- Chapter 1Virtual PET Scanner – From Simulation in GATE to a Final Multiring Albira PET/SPECT/CT Camera
- Chapter 2Rationale, Instrumental Accuracy, and Challenges of PET Quantification for Tumor Segmentation in Radiation Treatment Planning
- Chapter 3Kinetic Modelling in Human Brain Imaging
- Chapter 4Free Software for PET Imaging
- Chapter 5Pd0–Mediated Rapid C–[11C]Methylation and C–[18F]Fluoromethylation: Revolutionary Advanced Methods for General Incorporation of Short–Lived Positron–Emitting 11C and 18F Radionuclides in an Organic Framework
- Chapter 6Emerging Technologies for Decentralized Production of PET Tracers
- Chapter 7Specific Activity of 11C-Labelled Radiotracers: A Big Challenge for PET Chemists
- Chapter 8Potential of Positron Emission Tomography for Neurogenic Tumors and Spinal Disorders
- Chapter 9[18F]Fluorodeoxyglucose Positron Emission Tomography in Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders
- Chapter 10Amyloid Imaging PET Ligands as Biomarkers for Alzheimer’s Disease, Preclinical Evaluation
- Chapter 11Monitoring of Chemotherapy Response in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
- Chapter 12Tumour Markers and Molecular Imaging with FDG PET/CT in Breast Cancer: Their Combination for Improving the Prediction of Disease Relapse
- Chapter 13Glucose Uptake During Exercise in Skeletal Muscles Evaluated By Positron Emission Tomography
