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Imaging Inflammation - From Whole Body Imaging to Cellular Resolution
Tuula Peñate Medina1, Jan Philip Kolb2, Gereon Hüttmann2,3
1Section Biomedical Imaging, Molecular Imaging North Competence Center (MOIN CC), Department of Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Medical Center, Schleswig-Holstein Kiel University, Kiel, Germany.
Advanced imaging techniques are revolutionizing medicine, enabling personalized treatments and molecular insights. This review explores 3D imaging for inflammation, highlighting its potential in precision medicine and future clinical applications.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Inflammation Research
- Precision Medicine
Background:
- Recent advancements in imaging technologies have opened new avenues in medicine.
- Multimodal imaging, theranostics, and molecular imaging are transforming patient care.
- Inflammation imaging is crucial for understanding disease processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review selected 3D imaging modalities for preclinical and clinical inflammation imaging.
- To evaluate the feasibility of imaging in precision medicine for inflammation.
- To present key challenges and opportunities in inflammation imaging.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent findings in preclinical and clinical inflammation imaging.
- Focus on 3D imaging modalities.
- Analysis of current clinical applications and future prospects.
Main Results:
- Imaging plays a vital role in advancing precision medicine for inflammatory conditions.
- Several 3D imaging modalities show promise for inflammation detection and management.
- Current clinical examples demonstrate the utility of advanced imaging.
Conclusions:
- 3D imaging holds significant potential for personalized inflammation management.
- Further development is needed to overcome challenges and expand clinical applications.
- Imaging technologies are key to the future of precision medicine in inflammation.
