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High-Resolution Cardiac Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography for Small Animals
Published on: December 16, 2022
Emerging tracers for cardiac imaging: Innovations and clinical implications
Andrew C Homb1, Apollo W Homb1, Hayan Jouni2
1Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States of America.
Molecular imaging, particularly Positron Emission Tomography (PET) with new tracers, enhances cardiovascular disease diagnosis and prognosis. Advances in PET technology and AI improve imaging, enabling earlier interventions and theranostics.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Molecular Imaging
- Nuclear Medicine
Background:
- Conventional cardiovascular imaging is evolving with molecular functional imaging.
- Molecular imaging aims for earlier diagnosis, better prognosis, and tailored treatments for cardiovascular diseases.
Conclusions:
- PET imaging with novel tracers offers significant potential for early detection and targeted intervention in cardiovascular diseases.
- Further research is needed to translate promising PET radiotracers into routine clinical practice to meet existing needs.
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