How we read pediatric PET/CT: indications and strategies for image acquisition, interpretation and reporting

How we read pediatric PET/CT: indications and strategies for image acquisition, interpretation and reporting

Abstract PET/CT plays an important role in the diagnosis, staging and management of many pediatric malignancies. The techniques for performing PET/CT examinations in children have evolved, with increasing attention focused on reducing patient exposure to ionizing radiation dose whenever possible and...

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Main Authors: Gabrielle C. Colleran, Neha Kwatra, Leah Oberg, Frederick D. Grant, Laura Drubach, Michael J. Callahan, Robert D. MacDougall, Frederic H. Fahey, Stephan D. Voss
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-11-01
Series:Cancer Imaging
Subjects:
PET/CT
Diagnostic CT
Pediatric oncology
Hybrid imaging
Dose reduction
Attenuation correction
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40644-017-0130-8

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