Clinical Applications of SPECT-CT

This book provides an essential and up-to-date source of information on SPECT/CT, covering its clinical applications in diagnosing and therapy planning benign and malignant diseases. It includes chapters on technology, physics, and pathologic conditions, as well as therapy planning and Bremsstrahlung SPECT/CT. It is a valuable resource for Nuclear Medicine Physicians, Radiologists, and medical students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 11 December 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive second edition of the book delves into the extensive realm of clinical applications of SPECT/CT in diagnosing and formulating treatment plans for both benign and malignant diseases. Every chapter has undergone meticulous revision, with some chapters being entirely rewritten by a team of esteemed experts. The introductory chapters provide an in-depth exploration of the technology and physics underlying SPECT/CT, emphasizing its role in dosimetry. Subsequently, the book comprehensively addresses the imaging of a diverse array of pathological conditions, including thyroid, neuroendocrine tumors, bone, cardiac scintigraphy, sentinel node scintigraphy, and lung imaging. Dedicated chapters are also devoted to the therapeutic planning aspects of selective internal radiation therapy for liver tumors and the utilization of Bremsstrahlung SPECT/CT. This invaluable resource is a must-have for Nuclear Medicine Physicians, Radiologists, and medical students seeking a thorough and up-to-date understanding of this groundbreaking hybrid imaging technique.

Weight: 625g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030658526
Edition number: 2nd ed. 2022