Equipment Optimization:

Fused PET/CT Scanner

• Advantages:

  • Shorter imaging time

  • Better attenuation map (CT)

  • Less chance for motion

  • Possibly more precise fusion

• Disadvantages
   

  • Cost
     

  • CT reimbursement issues
     

  • CT interpretation issues
     

  • Alignment problems
     

  • CT adds additional radiation dose