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The rise of theranostics: Part 1 -- Gaining momentum

AuntMinnie

Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approvals of radiopharmaceuticals for neuroendocrine tumors and then for prostate cancer, theranostics has picked up momentum in clinical practice, propelled by encouraging research. Since 2013 we've had several more radiopharmaceutical therapies get FDA approval.

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The rise of theranostics: Part 2 -- Moving into communities

AuntMinnie

A decade ago, only a few radiopharmaceutical agents were used to help treat cancer patients. He also helped lead the theranostics conference at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) 2024 midwinter meeting. However, few freestanding theranostics centers exist today. Hope added. Hope added.

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The rise of theranostics: Part 1 -- Gaining momentum

AuntMinnie

Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approvals of radiopharmaceuticals for neuroendocrine tumors and then for prostate cancer, theranostics has picked up momentum in clinical practice, propelled by encouraging research. Since 2013 we've had several more radiopharmaceutical therapies get FDA approval.

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The Pivotal Role of Cyclotrons in Radionuclide Production

Open Medscience

Cyclotrons advance nuclear medicine by efficiently producing key radionuclides for diagnostics and treatment within hospital settings. The post The Pivotal Role of Cyclotrons in Radionuclide Production appeared first on Open Medscience.

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GE HealthCare Introduces Groundbreaking Developments in Precision Care at SNMMI24

Imaging Technology

More than half of the world’s population is underserved and lacks access to essential health services, and two-thirds have no access to diagnostic imaging. In the hands of clinicians, these tools help make the practice of precision care more accessible and aim to help improve patient outcomes globally.”

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The rise of theranostics: Part 3 -- What is a theranostics center?

AuntMinnie

With therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals coming to market quickly and available to smaller institutions around the U.S., My vision of a theranostic center includes a flagship facility that has a PET/CT scanner, a SPECT/CT scanner, and then multiple rooms for infusions of radiopharmaceuticals," Siegel explained.

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TTG Imaging Solutions Acquires Digirad Health from Star Equity Holdings

TTG Imaging Solutions

operates a diagnostic imaging turnkey business and serves as an OEM and service provider for a well-respected portfolio of fixed and mobile solid-state nuclear medicine cameras. Digirad has provided unique solutions to hospitals and outpatient providers for more than two decades. The acquisition closed on May 4, 2023.

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