Two decades of SPECT/CT - the coming of age of a technology: An updated review of literature evidence.
Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging
; 46(10): 1990-2012, 2019 Sep.
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PURPOSE: Single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) combined with computed tomography (CT) was introduced as a hybrid SPECT/CT imaging modality two decades ago. The main advantage of SPECT/CT is the increased specificity achieved through a more precise localization and characterization of functional findings. The improved diagnostic accuracy is also associated with greater diagnostic confidence and better inter-specialty communication. METHODS: This review presents a critical assessment of the relevant literature published so far on the role of SPECT/CT in a variety of clinical conditions. It also includes an update on the established evidence demonstrating both the advantages and limitations of this modality. CONCLUSIONS: For the majority of applications, SPECT/CT should be a routine imaging technique, fully integrated into the clinical decision-making process, including oncology, endocrinology, orthopaedics, paediatrics, and cardiology. Large-scale prospective studies are lacking, however, on the use of SPECT/CT in certain clinical domains such as neurology and lung disorders. The review also presents data on the complementary role of SPECT/CT with other imaging modalities and a comparative analysis, where available.
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Tomografia Computadorizada com Tomografia Computadorizada de Emissão de Fóton Único
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Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
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Humans
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En
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Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging
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MEDICINA NUCLEAR
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2019
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Article
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Israel