[Molecular imaging and molecular guided therapy]

Area of Science:

• Nuclear Medicine
• Molecular Imaging
• Molecular Guided Therapy

Context:

• Retrospective analysis of scientific publications in Nuklearmedizin Molecular Imaging and Therapy (2004/2005).
• Comparison with earlier analyses to identify trends in research focus.
• Examination of publications for classification into molecular imaging, molecular guided therapy, or functional imaging and therapy.

Purpose:

• To classify scientific publications based on their focus on molecular imaging, molecular guided therapy, or functional imaging and therapy.
• To assess the evolution and proportion of molecular imaging and molecular guided therapy research over time.
• To compare current trends with previous publication analyses.

Summary:

• Out of 57 original papers, 36 (63%) were categorized under molecular imaging/molecular guided therapy.
• A 19% increase in molecular guided therapy papers was observed compared to earlier periods.
• A rise in experimental papers and inclusion of basic science topics were noted.

Impact:

• Molecular imaging is becoming a direct tool for therapy planning, promoting molecular guided therapy.
• Nuclear medicine's integrated diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities position it favorably for advancing molecular imaging and therapy.
• The findings underscore the growing significance of molecular imaging and guided therapy within nuclear medicine research.