Interventional molecular imaging Journal Article


Authors: Solomon, S. B.; Cornelis, F.
Article Title: Interventional molecular imaging
Abstract: Although molecular imaging has had a dramatic impact on diagnostic imaging, it has only recently begun to be integrated into interventional procedures. Its significant impact is attributed to its ability to provide noninvasive, physiologic information that supplements conventional morphologic imaging. The four major interventional opportunities for molecular imaging are, first, to provide guidance to localize a target; second, to provide tissue analysis to confirm that the target has been reached; third, to provide in-room, posttherapy assessment; and fourth, to deliver targeted therapeutics. With improved understanding and application of 18F-FDG, as well as the addition of new molecular probes beyond 18F-FDG, the future holds significant promise for the expansion of molecular imaging into the realm of interventional procedures. COPYRIGHT © 2016 by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, Inc.
Keywords: molecular imaging; biopsy; interventional radiology; fluorescence imaging; pet/ct; ablation; interventional oncology; cancer
Journal Title: Journal of Nuclear Medicine
Volume: 57
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0161-5505
Publisher: Society of Nuclear Medicine  
Date Published: 2016-04-01
Start Page: 493
End Page: 496
Language: English
DOI: 10.2967/jnumed.115.161190
PROVIDER: scopus
PUBMED: 26912443
PMCID: PMC5484794
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Notes: Article -- Export Date: 2 May 2016 -- Source: Scopus
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