E³ - ECR Master Class: Hybrid, Molecular and Translational Imaging

E³ 1226 - Long axial field of view (LAFOV) PET: fast and furious advances in molecular imaging technology and their clinical impact

March 6, 08:00 - 09:00 CET

Long axial field of view (LAFOV) PET/CT is redefining imaging by combining ultrafast whole-body capture with high precision through innovation in detector sensitivity, axial resolution, and real-time data processing. This enables unprecedented imaging accuracy and diagnostic speed. Patient-friendly protocols are feasible in high-throughput clinical settings, reducing imaging time without a compromise in diagnostic quality. Novel opportunities, ranging from ultra-short dynamic imaging studies to same-day multi-tracer imaging, are designed to enhance diagnostic insight and operational efficiency, and may be potentially applied in future in everyday practice for comprehensive and rapid patient assessments.
5 min
Chairpersons' introduction
15 min
Technological innovations in LAFOV PET: expanding the axial field for enhanced precision
15 min
Current clinical practices with LAFOV PET: optimising protocols for flexibility and efficiency
15 min
The future of clinical imaging with LAFOV PET: emerging protocols and new frontiers
10 min
Panel discussion: Taking off into the future