Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT: A Comprehensive Guide to Procedures and Technologies

Edited by renowned experts Paul E. Christian and Kristen M. Waterstram-Rich, this seventh edition of Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT provides a cutting-edge, single-source reference for state-of-the-art information on all aspects of nuclear medicine.

Comprehensive Coverage of Nuclear Medicine

This authoritative guide covers relevant anatomy and physiology, discussing each procedure in relation to the specific use of radiopharmaceuticals and the instruments required. It includes:

• New chapter on MRI as it relates to nuclear medicine
• Practical, step-by-step instructions for procedures
• PET/CT focus with hybrid PET/CT studies in several chapters
• CT Physics and Instrumentation chapter introducing CT as it is applied to PET imaging for combined PET/CT studies

Foundations of Nuclear Medicine

The book provides a solid foundation in basic math, statistics, physics, instrumentation, computers, lab science, radiochemistry, and pharmacology, allowing readers to understand the principles behind nuclear medicine procedures.

The accessible writing style and approach to basic science subjects simplify complex topics, progressing from fundamentals to more advanced concepts.

Study Aids and Resources

Additional study resources include:

• More than 50 practice problems in the math and statistics chapter to help brush up on basic math skills, with answers provided in the back of the book
• Key terms, chapter outlines, learning objectives, and suggested readings to help organize study
• A table of radionuclides used in nuclear medicine and PET provided in the appendix for quick reference
• A comprehensive glossary providing definitions of key terms and important concepts

Expert Insights and Contributions

The high-profile editors and contributors come from a variety of educational and clinical settings, providing a broad philosophic and geographic perspective.

New and Revised Content

This edition features:

• New MRI Physics, Instrumentation and Clinical Introduction chapter providing important background on MRI and its relationship with nuclear medicine
• Procedures boxes in body systems chapters providing step-by-step descriptions of clinical procedures
• Updates and revisions to keep readers current with the latest advances
• Expanded 16-page color insert including more diagnostic images demonstrating realistic scans found in practice

This comprehensive resource is an essential reference for nuclear medicine professionals, providing state-of-the-art information and eliminating the need to search for information in other sources.