1st Edition

New Techniques in Oncologic Imaging

Edited By Anwar R. Padhani, Peter L. Choyke Copyright 2006
    424 Pages 76 Color & 121 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    Exploring a wide spectrum of oncologic imaging technologies with current and future applications ranging from ultrasound and PET to MRI, this reference analyzes recent developments concerning every available imaging technique-furnishing the most up-to-date research on technological advances in cancer imaging and their potential impact on patient care and treatment.

    Advances in Mature Imaging Technologies. Advances in CT. Advances in MRI. Advances in Ultrasound. Contrast Media Developments. MR Lymphography. Image Processing. Radiotherapy Planning. New Imaging Technologies. PET in Oncology. PET Advances. Nuclear Medicine (Non-PET). MRS in Oncology. Dynamic MRI. Perfusion CT. BOLD Imaging of Tumors. Promising "New Breed" Technologies. PK/PD Imaging. Molecular Imaging. Diffusion Imaging in Tumors. Electron Spin Resonance. Optical Imaging

    Biography

    Padhani, Anwar R.; Choyke, Peter L.

    "…This book provides a very good overview of oncologic imaging techniques….It is a wonderful way to begin to grasp the changes that have occurred in oncologic imaging and the exciting technologies on the horizon."
    -Doody's Reviews