This book distinguishes itself from the competition because it is specifically designed to meet the needs of practicing radiologists. In keeping with the background of its readers, the text approaches PET-CT as a true combined modality. Chapters are written by radiologists who appreciate and understand both PET and CT, rather than by academic nuclear medicine specialists who segment the subject by focusing on one modality without consideration for the other.

The emphasis on an integrated understanding of PET-CT as a combined modality is reflected throughout the book,...