The purpose of this exhibit is to present the recent advances in imaging techniques and radiologic findings in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The exhibit will be divided into 3 sections:
Introduction: A. epidemiology; B. pathogenesis; C. genetics; D. available therapeutic modalities and their mechanisms of action
Imaging techniques and findings: A. SPECT/PET imaging (molecular targets, currently available radiotracers, case examples); B. MRI: discussing advanced techniques and findings in: 1. Conventional MR; 2. MR spectroscopy; 3. Diffusion tensor imaging; 4. fMRI
Summary and areas for future research
ADD/ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed pediatric psychiatric condition affecting 5 % of children. In the past two decades much has been learned about the underlying structural and pathophysiologic changes of the fronto-striatal dopaminergic circuits associated with ADHD. This exhibit will review the anatomic (MRI) and functional imaging (PET/CT and SPECT/CT) findings associated with ADHD and suggest potential areas of further research.
Thacker, P,
Binkovitz, L,
Ain’t Misbehavin’: Advanced Imaging Techniques and Findings in Pediatric Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder. Radiological Society of North America 2012 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, November 25 - November 30, 2012 ,Chicago IL.
http://archive.rsna.org/2012/12021180.html
