Overview

A comprehensive and contemporary reference work covering the basic science and clinical applications of positron emission tomography. This book reflects the tremendous increase in interest in PET as both a clinical and research imaging modality in the past 10 years. Written by experts in the field and edited by those involved in PET development, and training of scientists and medical specialists. Positron Emission Tomography - basic science and clinical practice thoroughly explains the principles, clinical applications and economic aspects of PET today. Chapters go into detail on PET applications in oncology, the central nervous system, cardio-respiratory systems, infectious diseases and pediatrics. Discussions are also found on technology design and evaluation, PET in drug discovery and development in imaging gene expression and therapy. Peter E. Valk MB BS FRACP is based in the Northern California PET Imaging Center, Sacramento, CA USA, Dale L. Bailey PhD FIPEM ARCP is based in the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Guy's Hospital, London UK, David W. Townsend PhD is based in the Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA USA, Michael N. Maisey MD FRCP FRCR is Professor at the Department of Radiological Sciences, Guy's Hospital, London UK.

Full Product Details

Author:   Dale L. Bailey ,  David W. Townsend ,  Peter E. Valk ,  Michael N. Maisey
Publisher:   Springer London Ltd
Imprint:   Springer London Ltd
Edition:   1st ed. 2003. 3rd printing 2004
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 5.10cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   3.120kg
ISBN:  

9781852334857

ISBN 10:   1852334851
Pages:   382
Publication Date:   05 May 2003
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Positron Emission Tomography in Clinical Medicine.- Physics and Instrumentation in PET.- Data Acquisition and Performance Characterization in PET.- Image Reconstruction Algorithms in PET.- Quantitative Techniques in PET.- Tracer Kinetic Modeling in PET.- Coregistration of Structural and Functional Images.- Anato-Molecular Imaging: Combining Structure and Function.- Radiohalogens for PET Imaging.- Progress in 11C Radiochemistry.- Metal Radionuclides for PET Imaging.- Radiation Dosimetry and Protection in PET.- Whole-Body PET Imaging Methods.- Artefacts and Normal Variants in Whole-Body PET and PET/CT Imaging.- The Technologist’s Perspective.- PET Imaging in Oncology.- The Use of Positron Emission Tomography in Drug Discovery and Development.- PET as a Tool in Multimodality Imaging of Gene Expression and Therapy.

Reviews

From the reviews: It is, simply put, the best work I have encountered on the non-clinical aspects of the important field of PET. The scientific features are explained clearly at all levels and are well illustrated so that the treatment will suit both experts in physics and radiochemistry and newcomers hoping to understand and perhaps use the techniques. The recent - and now seemingly indispensable - addition of CT to PET scanners is covered by discussions of theory, image registration and attenuation correction. At only GBP65 this book is a bargain. My only criticism of the book then is the sense of frustration it arouses by not having the equipment available to start exploiting it. [RAD Magazine, February, 2006] According to the authors, the purpose is to provide a comprehensive science of PET textbook which is more focused and manageable than the original. The authors' intent is to illustrate the power of clinical PET in substantially altering patient management, thereby avoiding futile aggressive therapy and improving cost effectiveness. The purpose and intent are very laudable, because PET is rapidly gaining momentum in the clinical arena. The book meets the authors' objectives in a superb manner. This book is a must read for physicists, chemists, physicians, and advanced technologists involved or interested in PET. It is the definitive reference in the field at the time of publication. (William R. Hendee, Doody Enterprises, Inc. - COPYRIGHT 2006) Positron Emission Tomography: Basic Sciences is a well written book ! . This book provides a detailed discussion of the fusion process and the role of CT for anatomical localisation and attenuation correction ! . What makes this book important and informative to any reader is that it is a collection of chapters written by luminaries in the field of PET. ! We would recommend it to any scientists and clinicians with an interest in medical imaging. (Seu Som and Peter Lim, CancerForum, Vol. 30 (3), November, 2006) Essential for students, science and medical graduates who want to understand the basic science of Positron Emission Tomography (PET), this book describes the physics, chemistry, technology and overview of the clinical uses behind the science of PET and the imaging techniques it uses. ! The technologist, the science engineering or chemistry graduate seeking further detailed information about PET, or the medical advanced trainee wishing to gain insight into the basic science of PET will faind (sic) this book invaluable. (Rivista di Neuroradiologia, Vol. 18 (2), 2005)

From the reviews: <p>A- [V]ery contemporary and thorough [book], encompassing all facets of clinical and para-clinical PET with the largest component dedicated to its application in oncology. <p>A- The basic fundamental aspects of PET technology are explained in a format that is easy to follow and understand for the average physician and nuclear technologist. <p>A- Clinically, the chapters are very practical. <p>A- This will remain a comprehensive and valuable review of PET technology and should be a relevant publication for several years to come. <p>[ANZ Nuclear Medicine, 2003;34(4): 190.] <p>A- Today, one of the most complete, and well organized, texts on positron emission tomography, being and important tool for all professionals involved or interested in medical imaging <p>[Cellular and Molecular Biology - Online, June 2004.] <p>A- An excellent reference book containing all that is required for a complete understanding of PET imaging <p>[RAD Magazine, 2003: 6.] <p> This book provides a comprehensive review of both the basic science and clinical applications of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging. a ] The authors have compiled an outstanding book. Audience: It is written for practitioners particularly nuclear medicine, radiology, or oncology specialists. a ] Extensive figures and pictures a ] nicely illustrate findings. Assessment: This book provides the most complete and up-to-date comprehensive review of PET imaging. Discussions involving technology design and evaluation a ] have not been covered in other PET books. (Marcus Y. Chen, www.doody.com, Februar, 2004) <p> This book a ] is a contemporary and comprehensive reference work on positron emission tomography (PET) as anexceptional functional imaging tool. a ] The figures of the individual chapters are well described. Excellent schematic diagrams highlight the book, giving all necessary details. In addition, extensive references are provided for the individual chapters. a ] In summary, the editors have provided an instructive state-of-the-art book a ] which can be highly recommended to all radiology specialists, medical physicians involved in radiology, and postgraduate trainees. (T.J. Vogel, European Radiology, Vol. 14 (8), 2004) <p> This comprehensive text explores all facets of positron emission tomography (PET). a ] an excellent textbook for PET fellowships a ] . a definitive reference for PET researchers and practitioners. a ] chapters are both comprehensive and succinct, with adequate references for further reading. The book has many figures and images, which are well integrated into the text a ] . This multidisciplinary, comprehensive text will serve as an essential reference a ] . While other books on PET are available, none has the breadth and depth of information contained in this readable, authoritative text. (Karen A. Kurdziel, Radiology, September, 2004) <p> This 900-page book comprehensively covers the topic of PET. It is very contemporary and thorough, encompassing all facets of clinical and para-clinical PET a ] . Each chapter is well set out, coherent, and detailed with an extensive list of recent references. The diagrams and illustrations are very informative a ] . While 18-FDG remains the main-stay of PET radiopharmacy, this book will remain a comprehensive and valuable review of PET technology a ] . It is a great acquisition for any nuclear medicine and PET library. (SocratesAngelides, ANZ Nuclear Medicine, Vol. 34 (4), 2003) <p> Medical imaging has been traditionally focused on acquisition of anatomic and functional information about human body a ] . Positron emission tomography (PET) makes possible to measure these molecular processes a ] . Positron Emission Tomography a Basic Science and Clinical Practice Provides a comprehensive reference a ] . With detailed illustrations, tables, an extensive set of reference data, each chapter offers to the reader a well-designed text a ] . This work is an essential reference book a ] . this is today one of the most complete, and well organized, texts on positron emission tomography a ] . (Cellular and Molecular Biology a online, Jun, 2004) <p>

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