Long Axial Field-of-View PET/CT: New Opportunities for Pediatric Imaging

André Henrique Dias; Kim Francis Andersen; Marie Øbro Fosbøl; Lars Christian Gormsen; Flemming Littrup Andersen; Ole Lajord Munk

doi:10.1053/j.semnuclmed.2024.10.007

Long Axial Field-of-View PET/CT: New Opportunities for Pediatric Imaging

André Henrique Dias^*, Kim Francis Andersen, Marie Øbro Fosbøl, Lars Christian Gormsen, Flemming Littrup Andersen, Ole Lajord Munk

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Department of Clinical Physiology and Nuclear Medicine

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Abstract

The combined use of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) has become increasingly vital for diagnosing and managing oncological and infectious diseases in pediatric patients. The introduction of long axial field-of-view (LAFOV) PET/CT scanners, also known as "Total Body PET/CT," marks a significant advancement in nuclear medicine. This new technology enables faster pediatric imaging with substantially reduced radiation exposure and essentially eliminates the need for sedation, addressing previous critical concerns in pediatric imaging. This review will explore the applications and challenges of LAFOV PET/CT in pediatric imaging, highlight the benefits observed at two Danish hospitals, and evaluate its potential to transform the management of pediatric patients.

Original language	English
Journal	Seminars in Nuclear Medicine
Volume	55
Issue number	1
Pages (from-to)	76-85
Number of pages	10
ISSN	0001-2998
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1053/j.semnuclmed.2024.10.007
Publication status	Published - Jan 2025

Keywords

Child
Humans
Pediatrics/methods
Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography/methods

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