Positron Emission Tomography

Positron Emission Tomography: Basic Science and Clinical Practice

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By Peter E. Valk, Dale L. Bailey, David W. Townsend, Michael N. Maisey,
Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 904
Publication Date: 2004-10-21
Sales Rank: 693818
ISBN / ASIN: 1852334851
EAN: 9781852334857
Binding: Hardcover
Manufacturer: Springer
Studio: Springer
Average Rating: 4.5
Total Reviews: 2
Book Description:

A comprehensive and contemporary reference work covering the basic
science and clinical applications of positron emission tomography. This
book reflects the tremendous increase in interest in PET as both a
clinical and research imaging modality in the past 10 years. Written by
experts in the field and edited by those involved in PET development,
and training of scientists and medical specialists. Positron Emission
Tomography - basic science and clinical practice thoroughly explains
the principles, clinical applications and economic aspects of PET
today. Chapters go into detail on PET applications in oncology, the
central nervous system, cardio-respiratory systems, infectious diseases
and pediatrics. Discussions are also found on technology design and
evaluation, PET in drug discovery and development in imaging gene
expression and therapy. Peter E. Valk MB BS FRACP is based in the
Northern California PET Imaging Center, Sacramento, CA USA, Dale L.
Bailey PhD FIPEM ARCP is based in the Department of Nuclear Medicine,
Guy's Hospital, London UK, David W. Townsend PhD is based in the
Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA USA,
Michael N. Maisey MD FRCP FRCR is Professor at the Department of
Radiological Sciences, Guy's Hospital, London UK.

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