The Third Edition of this classic text presents the basic concepts of PET imaging technology. Topics include basic physics of PET imaging; detectors, scanners and data collection; storage, display, and PACS; PET radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals; reimbursement for PET procedures; and performance of PET studies. This revised edition is thoroughly updated and includes information on new PET scanning detectors and PET/MRI scanners; PET/MRI data acquisition; software packages; recently developed PET radiopharmaceuticals; and new procedures for PET studies. To maximize understanding, the book includes pertinent basic science principles, equations, sample problems and practice questions. Basics of PET Imaging, Third Edition, is an ideal resource for nuclear medicine physicians, residents and technologists.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Radioactive Decay and Interaction of Radiation with Matter

Chapter 2: PET Scanning Systems

Chapter 3: Data Acquisition and Corrections

Chapter 4: Image Reconstruction

Chapter 5: Storage, Display, and PACS

Chapter 6: Performance Characteristics of PET Scanners

Chapter 7: Cyclotron and Production of PET Radionuclides

Chapter 8: Synthesis of PET Radiopharmaceuticals

Chapter 9: FDA Regulations for PET Radiopharmaceuticals

Chapter 10: NRC Regulations for Radiation Protection in PET

Chapter 11: Reimbursement for PET Procedures

Chapter 12: Design and Cost of PET Center

Chapter 13: Sample Procedures for PET Studies

Chapter 14: Topics of Interest

Appendix A: Abbreviations Used in the Text

Appendix B: Terms Used in the Text

Appendix C: Units and Constants

Appendix D: Answers to Questions

Review

From the reviews of the second edition:

“This book, revised to reflect the growth in PET and PET/CT imaging, presents concepts at a basic level designed to help nuclear medicine professionals in their training and preparation for board certification. … It is meant as a preparatory guide for physicians … . The author is a world expert on radiopharmacy. … This second edition has been extensively revised to update information on detectors, scanners, and data collection. … The book is relatively inexpensive and covers the subject at the basic level very well.” (Dean W. Broga, Doody’s Review Service, November, 2010)