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Review
. 2018 Aug;211(2):295-313.
doi: 10.2214/AJR.18.20001. Epub 2018 Jun 27.

Clinical PET/MRI: 2018 Update

Stephen M Broski  1 , Ajit H Goenka  1 , Bradley J Kemp  1 , Geoffrey B Johnson  1   2
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Clinical PET/MRI: 2018 Update

Stephen M Broski et al. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2018 Aug.

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this article is to provide an update on clinical PET/MRI, including current and developing clinical indications and technical developments.

Conclusion: PET/MRI is evolving rapidly, transitioning from a predominant research focus to exciting clinical practice. Key technical obstacles have been overcome, and further technical advances promise to herald significant advancements in image quality. Further optimization of protocols to address challenges posed by this hybrid modality will ensure the long-term success of PET/MRI.

Keywords: PET/MRI; cancer; inflammation.

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