Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation

An excellent introduction to the basic concepts of nuclear medicine physics This Third Edition of Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation expands the finely developed illustrated review and introductory guide to nuclear medicine physics and instrumentation. Along with simple, progressive, highly illustrated topics, the authors present nuclear medicine-related physics and engineering concepts clearly and concisely. Included in the text are introductory chapters on relevant atomic structure, methods of radionuclide production, and the interaction of radiation with matter. Further, the text discusses the basic function of the components of scintillation and non-scintillation detector systems. An information technology section discusses PACs and DICOM. There is extensive coverage of quality control procedures, followed by updated chapters on radiation safety practices, radiation biology, and management of radiation accident victims. Clear and concise, this new edition of Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation offers readers: Four new chapters Updated coverage of CT and hybrid scanning systems: PET/CT and SPECT/CT Fresh discussions of the latest technology based on solid state detectors and new scanner designs optimized for dedicated cardiac imaging New coverage of PACs and DICOM systems Expanded coverage of image reconstruction and processing techniques New material on methods of image display Logically structured and clearly written, this is the book of choice for anyone entering the field of nuclear medicine, including nuclear medicine residents and fellows, cardiac nuclear medicine fellows, and nuclear medicine technology students. It is also a handy quick-reference guide for those already working in the field of nuclear physics.

Preface vii Acknowledgements  viii 1. Basic Nuclear Medicine Physics 1 2. Interaction of Radiation with Matter 21 3. Formation of Radionuclides 32 4. Non–scintillation Detectors 41 5. Scintillation Detectors 60 6. Imaging Instrumentation 73 7. Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography 91 8. Positron Emission Tomography 103 9. X–Ray Computed Tomography 119 10. Hybrid Imaging Systems: PET/CT and SPECT/CT 129 11. Image Reconstruction, Processing, and Display 134 12. Information Technology 161 13. Quality Control 168 14. Radiation Biology 185 15. Radiation Dosimetry 197 16. Radiation Safety 205 17. Management of Nuclear Event Casualties 212 Kevin Donohoe, MD Appendix A: Common Radionuclides 224 Appendix B: Major Dosimetry for Common Radiopharmaceuticals 225 Appendix C: Sample Calculations for the S Value 226 Appendix D: Guide to Nuclear Regulatory Commission Publications 228 Appendix E: Recommended Reading by Topic 231 Index 232