Ammar Ahmed Chaudhry MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Maryam Gul, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Jared Dunkin MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Robert George Peyster MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Dinko Franceschi MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Robert Matthews MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Lev Bangiyev DO, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Jung Hwoon Edward Yoon MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

1- Review physical principles and techniques of PET-MRI (positron emission tomography-magnetic resonance imaging). 2-  Discuss clinical utility of using functional information obtained from a PET scan and structural information obtained from MR imaging.

Outline: 1. Physical principles and techniques of PET-MRI: review image acquisition and postprocessing 2. Utility of PET-MRI in neuro-oncology: role in initial tumor diagnosis, treatment planning and post-treatment follow-up  3. Role of PET-MRI in evaluation of neurodegenerative and inflammatory conditions (such as Alzheimer's, MS) 4. Pearls and Pitfalls: Common pitfalls and controversies regarding PET-MRI in neuroradiology. 5. Future of PET- MRI: Discuss current challenges facing PET- MRI in neuroradiology  Conclusion: PET-MRI is an emerging hybrid imaging modality offering detailed functional and structural imaging with promising clinical applications especially in the field of neuro-oncology, neurodegenerative and inflammatory CNS conditions. Familiarity with the technical and clinical aspects of PET-MRI along with knowledge of common pearls and pitfalls of PET-MRI will aid in better integration and relevant usage of this modality in clinical practice.

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Chaudhry, A, Gul, M, Dunkin, J, Peyster, R, Franceschi, D, Matthews, R, Bangiyev, L, Yoon, J, Clinical Utility of PET-MRI in Neuroradiology: Basics and Beyond.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14001226.html