INTERVENTIONAL MOLECULAR IMAGING

While 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 non-invasive, physiologic information that has supplemented conventional morphologic imaging. The four major interventional opportunities for Molecular Imaging are to first, provide guidance to localize a target; second, provide tissue analysis to confirm that the target has been reached; third, provide in-room, post-therapy assessment; and fourth, 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.

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