New Techniques in Oncologic Imaging 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.

Features:

• Compares the strengths and limitations of available oncologic imaging technologies
• Provides an overview of the current status and mechanisms of each technology discussed in the text
• Offers a variety of chapters from respected authorities from around the world
• Illustrates the impact of new imaging modalities on cancer staging and treatment planning

Contents

• 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

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