Interventional nuclear medicine's contribution to molecularly targeted precision surgery

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Nuclear Medicine
• Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Surgical treatment paradigms are shifting from maximum tolerable interventions to minimum effective strategies.
• This evolution necessitates a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach involving various medical specialists.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the indispensable role of Nuclear Medicine in advancing precision surgery.
• To underscore the integration of multimodality techniques for tailored patient treatments.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing hybrid imaging (SPECT/CT, PET/CT) and bimodal tracers for precise tissue identification.
• Incorporating advanced tools like ultrasound and adapting to robotic surgery.
• Leveraging preoperative scintigraphy to map target tissues before surgical intervention.

Main Results:

• Preoperative scintigraphy provides crucial information for planning individualized surgical approaches.
• Hybrid imaging and novel tracers enhance the accuracy of target tissue localization.
• The integration of diverse technologies supports the move towards precision surgery.

Conclusions:

• A multidisciplinary and multimodality approach is essential for modern surgical advancements.
• Nuclear Medicine plays a pivotal role in enabling precision surgery through innovative imaging and tracers.
• Personalized surgical strategies, informed by preoperative imaging, optimize treatment efficacy and patient care.