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[Myokard-Perfusions-SPECT. Myocardial perfusion SPECT - Update S1 guideline]
Oliver Lindner1, Frank Bengel, Wolfgang Burchert
1Prof. Dr. Oliver Lindner, Institut für Radiologie, Nuklearmedizin und Molekulare Bildgebung, Herz- und Diabeteszentrum NRW,, Georgstraße 11, 32545 Bad Oeynhausen, Tel: 05731 97 0, Fax: 05731 97 2300,
Nuklearmedizin. Nuclear Medicine
|June 9, 2017
Summary
The updated S1 guideline for myocardial perfusion SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) is summarized, highlighting key modifications and amendments. This guideline, from Germany
Area of Science:
- Nuclear Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- The Association of the Scientific Medical Societies in Germany (AWMF) published the S1 guideline for myocardial perfusion SPECT.
- The guideline was valid until February 2022.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a concise summary of the S1 guideline for myocardial perfusion SPECT.
- To comment on modified and amended chapters and subchapters within the guideline.
Main Methods:
- Review and analysis of the official S1 guideline document.
- Identification and commentary on specific changes in the guideline's content.
Main Results:
- Key modifications and amendments across various sections of the guideline were identified.
- Commentary provided on the implications of these changes for clinical practice.
Conclusions:
- The summary offers a focused overview of the updated S1 guideline for myocardial perfusion SPECT.
- Understanding the amendments is crucial for practitioners utilizing this diagnostic imaging technique.
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