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How we read pediatric PET/CT: indications and strategies for image acquisition, interpretation and reporting.

Authors :
Colleran GC
Kwatra N
Oberg L
Grant FD
Drubach L
Callahan MJ
MacDougall RD
Fahey FH
Voss SD
Source :
Cancer imaging : the official publication of the International Cancer Imaging Society [Cancer Imaging] 2017 Nov 07; Vol. 17 (1), pp. 28. Date of Electronic Publication: 2017 Nov 07.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

PET/CT plays an important role in the diagnosis, staging and management of many pediatric malignancies. The techniques for performing PET/CT examinations in children have evolved, with increasing attention focused on reducing patient exposure to ionizing radiation dose whenever possible and minimizing scan duration and sedation times, with a goal toward optimizing the overall patient experience. This review outlines our approach to performing PET/CT, including a discussion of the indications for a PET/CT exam, approaches for optimizing the exam protocol, and a review of different approaches for acquiring the CT portion of the PET/CT exam. Strategies for PACS integration, image display, interpretation and reporting are also provided. Most practices will develop a strategy for performing PET/CT that best meets their respective needs. The purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive overview for radiologists who are new to pediatric PET/CT, and also to provide experienced PET/CT practitioners with an update on state-of-the art CT techniques that we have incorporated into our protocols and that have enabled us to make considerable improvements to our PET/CT practice.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1470-7330
Volume :
17
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Cancer imaging : the official publication of the International Cancer Imaging Society
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
29116015
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40644-017-0130-8