Positron emission tomography-computed tomography patient management and workflow

被引:7
作者
Faasse, Todd [1 ]
Shreve, Paul [2 ]
机构
[1] PET Med Imaging Ctr, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 USA
[2] Adv Radiol Serv PC, Grand Rapids, MI USA
关键词
D O I
10.1053/j.sult.2008.05.002
中图分类号
R8 [特种医学]; R445 [影像诊断学];
学科分类号
1002 [临床医学]; 100207 [影像医学与核医学]; 1009 [特种医学];
摘要
This article reviews the major considerations involved in optimizing positron emission tomography-computed tomographic (PET-CT) workflows including patient management and specific acquisition. processing, and archiving procedures. Due to the dual modality nature of PET-CT and the needs of the patients typically undergoing these examinations, there is a high level of patient contact and interaction with the technologists and ancillary personnel. Each PET-CT scan itself generates a considerable volume of raw image data which must be reconstructed, and the reconstructed images distributed and archived without impeding overall workflow. PET-CT facility design and layout, the procedures for sequencing patients through each phase of the exam, and adequate staffing are important considerations for an efficient and high-quality service. Semin Ultrasound CT MRI 29:277-282 (C) 2008 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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页码:277 / 282
页数:6
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