Advances in Use of PET-CT Imaging in Disease Diagnosis
A special issue of Medicina (ISSN 1648-9144).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 May 2026 | Viewed by 14
Special Issue Editors
Interests: PET/CT; SPECT/CT; metabolic therapy; oncology; nuclear medicine
Interests: PET/CT; SPECT/CT; infection and inflammation; metabolic therapy; oncology; nuclear medicine
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Dear Colleagues,
Positron emission tomography combined with computed tomography (PET-CT) has emerged as one of the most transformative imaging techniques in modern medicine. Originally developed for oncological imaging, PET-CT has evolved into a multipurpose diagnostic tool, enabling simultaneous functional and structural assessments of various pathological conditions. The introduction of novel radiotracers, including both fluorine-18- and gallium-68-based compounds, has further broadened its applicability to diverse clinical areas such as neurology, cardiology, infectious and inflammatory diseases, and autoimmune conditions.
Over the past decade, advances in scanner design, image reconstruction algorithms, and quantitative methodologies—such as total-body PET, time-of-flight (TOF) imaging, and artificial intelligence-enhanced analysis—have significantly improved the image quality, reduced radiation exposure, and increased diagnostic confidence. Furthermore, the integration of PET-CT into theragnostic strategies and personalised medicine protocols is redefining patient pathways in several disease settings.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in PET-CT imaging and disseminate high-quality studies that highlight its growing clinical relevance. We particularly welcome contributions that
- Present novel clinical applications of PET-CT across disease areas;
- Assess the diagnostic accuracy, prognostic significance, or therapeutic impact;
- Describe innovative tracers or acquisition techniques;
- Demonstrate integration with other imaging modalities or artificial intelligence;
- Provide systematic reviews or meta-analyses summarising the state of the art.
Original research articles and narrative and systematic reviews are all welcome. Through the publication of this Special Issue, we seek to advance the understanding of PET-CT and promote its optimal use in clinical practice, contributing to improved diagnostic precision and better patient outcomes.
Dr. Ana María García-Vicente
Guest Editor
Dr. Edel Noriega-Álvarez
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- PET-CT
- molecular imaging
- diagnostic imaging
- radiotracers
- oncology
- inflammation and infection
- neurology
- cardiovascular imaging
- artificial intelligence in imaging
- precision medicine
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