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  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Oncology
  • Radiochemistry

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  • Theranostics principles are long-established in nuclear medicine but broadly applied.
  • The term 'molecular theranostics' more accurately reflects its nuclear medicine applications.
  • Historical context includes radioiodine for thyroid conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clarify the definition and scope of molecular theranostics.
  • To discuss challenges and controversies in molecular theranostics.
  • To highlight the role of dosimetry in precision medicine.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical nuclear medicine principles.
  • Analysis of the 68Ga/177Lu DOTATATE pair as a prototype.
  • Discussion of radiation dosimetry in molecular theranostics.

Main Results:

  • 68Ga/177Lu DOTATATE targeting somatostatin receptor subtype 2 is a key example.
  • Balancing reactive and predictive dosimetry is crucial for precision medicine.
  • Molecular theranostics presents significant opportunities despite challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Molecular theranostics is a powerful tool in precision medicine.
  • It offers improved outcomes for cancer patients.
  • Future applications hold significant promise.