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  • Medical Imaging
  • Radiology
  • Nuclear Medicine

Background:

  • Simultaneous PET/MRI systems are becoming more prevalent in clinical and research settings.
  • Early technical issues have been resolved, but limitations persist.
  • Growing interest in PET/MRI applications necessitates understanding its challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of common technical, logistical, and clinical limitations of simultaneous PET/MRI.
  • To explain the background of these limitations and suggest potential solutions.
  • To aid physicists and physicians in responsible daily use of the technology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of technical, logistical, and clinical aspects of simultaneous PET/MRI.
  • Identification and discussion of common artifacts and pitfalls.
  • Exploration of potential solutions and workarounds.

Main Results:

  • Detailed discussion of prevalent limitations in simultaneous PET/MRI.
  • Explanation of artifacts and pitfalls encountered in clinical practice.
  • Presentation of strategies to overcome identified challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Simultaneous PET/MRI, while advancing, still presents practical limitations.
  • Understanding these limitations is crucial for effective clinical implementation.
  • This overview offers insights into managing PET/MRI challenges for improved patient care and research outcomes.