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› A 16-slice CT component suffices for most applications peT/cT delivers The latest round of data show that PET/CT lives up to its initial promise. That is, PET/CT does make a difference in oncology patient management, helping physicians more accurately detect the extent of disease and monitor response to therapy. It appears that the reimbursement climate could improve. Several clinical organizations have petitioned CMS for wider reimbursement based on the NOPR data. Other critical enablers fall on radiology’s shoulders. PET/CT providers need to educate clinicians, particularly oncologists, about the value of PET/CT and produce clinically relevant reports. PET/CT also plays an important role in cardiovascular imaging, filling gaps left by other modalities and saving time and money when used in ED situations. Finally, future developments, such as new tracers and therapeutic options for neurodegenerative diseases, could boost PET/CT applications in the next five to 10 years. Visit us at SNM | June 14 - 17 | Booth #1034 | New Orleans including cardiac PET scanning. A 64-slice CT is needed for CT angiography, and a 64-slice PET/CT scanner may be in order for sites that need flexible coverage for radiation therapy planning. 4D PET/CT imaging nearly erases motion, says Blodgett, which could be useful if the scanner will be used for certain types of radiation therapy planning. UPMC plans to direct all potential PET/CT radiation therapy patients to a new 64-slice GE Discovery PET/CT scanner. › Sites eyeing the cardiac PET/CT market need to commit to an on-site generator for production of Rubidium-82. It’s difficult to reach an FDG PET/CT cardiac workload that supports the scanner; rubidium is needed for most cardiac studies. › Consider the patient population. Sites with a high load of obese patients or those considering radiation therapy PET/ CT imaging should consider a wide-bore scanner. I’m Darren Patti, and I provide superior solutions for you. “As an IBA Molecular pharmacy manager, I coordinate our pharmacy employees, production, dose drawing and delivery logistics, all to ensure you receive your FDG on time. At the end of the day, I know that I am providing a very valuable, comprehensive service; one that has a major impact on someone’s life.” Darren Patti IBA Molecular Pharmacy Manager Romeoville, IL As the #1 PET radiopharmaceutical provider worldwide, we are excited to discuss the opportunity to deliver FDG and CardioGen-82®, as well as research isotopes and PETLinQTM growth solutions to your PET imaging center. SUPERIOR SERVICE SUPERIOR SOLUTIONS SUPERIOR SCIENCE Maximizing Your Potential. www.iba-molecular.com/superior HealthImaging.com June 2008 | Health Imaging & IT 17 http://www.iba-molecular.com/superior http://www.iba-molecular.com/superior http://HealthImaging.com

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Health Imaging & IT - June 2008 Contents On The Web The Enterprise News Update Cover Story: Pushing Productivity: How Imaging is Building Efficiency and Cutting Costs Technology Outlook: Imaging Procedures Poised for Growth Great Expectations: PET/CT Delivers SPECT/CT Proving it's Potential MR/PET Holds Promise Good Image Management: Infiltrating Molecular Imaging SNM Preview Modality Review: Mammography’s Next Step: The Dawning of Breast Tomosynthesis Managing Technology: Radiation Oncology: Opening the Doors to IT Reader's Resource Stat Sheet

Health Imaging & IT - June 2008

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