Nuclear cardiology

By Robert Hendel

Subjects: Methods, Radiopharmaceuticals, Cardiovascular system, diseases, Cardiovascular Diseases, Radionuclide imaging, Tomography, Emission-Computed, Single-Photon, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacology, Heart, Heart, physiology

Description: This well-illustrated guide offers a comprehensive look at the principles and techniques behind myocardial perfusion imaging, including instrumentation and cameras, general considerations, radiopharmaceuticals, and radiation safety and regulatory issues. Whether you are a physician or technologist, a resident or fellow in training, or are preparing for the Cardiology Board Exam, Nuclear Cardiology: Technical Applications is the most effective way to learn the important technical aspects of performing accurate nuclear cardiology and cardiac CT studies. Offers an in-depth overview of technical information regarding stress procedures and imaging agents, as well as the acquisition and processing protocols related to nuclear cardiology and cardiovascular CT. Covers applications of PET, PET/CT, SPECT, and Gated SPECT. Discusses radiation safety and regulatory issues, including state regulations and licensure information. Numerous images, including a 16-page full-color insert.