A Practical Guide for Pediatric Nuclear Medicine

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This open access book serves as a foundational resource for understanding and effectively utilizing diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures in children, drawing on expertise and case studies from leading pediatric nuclear medicine facilities. It emphasizes key differences between adult and pediatric practices, providing essential insights. An introductory chapter outlines the advantages and limitations of nuclear medicine tests in children, along with guidance on communicating relevant information to patients and their families. The subsequent 11 chapters present over 115 cases evaluated for various clinical indications, organized by organ systems, and include a dedicated chapter on oncology and infection/inflammation. Each chapter details clinical indications, preparation (including radiopharmaceutical doses), study protocols, interpretations, and correlative imaging. Additionally, sections on red flags and take-home messages highlight critical points. Cases are formatted with patient history followed by study reports and impressions. Aimed at Nuclear Medicine physicians, radiologists, oncologists, and pediatric specialists, as well as medical physicists, technologists, radiopharmacists, laboratory scientists, and researchers, this publication reflects the practices of experts in the field.