The evolution of radiopharmacy as a specialty has progressed rapidly since the 1950s, involving the preparation, dispensing, and clinical investigation of radioactive materials as drugs. Radiopharmacy plays a crucial role in the development and use of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic, therapeutic

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Radiopharmaceuticals play a crucial role in medical imaging, with a significant portion containing Tc-99m that requires chemical modification. Various Tc-labeled radiopharmaceuticals like DTPA, HIDA, MIBI, and others are used for imaging. Desirable properties of radionuclides include half-life suita

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This presentation highlights the importance of quantitative imaging and dosimetry in planning radiopharmaceutical therapy. It emphasizes the need for individualized dosimetry to tailor treatment procedures and verify the absorbed dose delivered. The content discusses the framework provided for treat

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Nuclear medicine utilizes radioisotopes to provide crucial diagnostic information about the functioning of specific organs and to treat various conditions. Diagnostic techniques in nuclear medicine involve using radioactive tracers that emit gamma rays from within the body. Positron Emission Tomogra

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Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRNT) is a targeted approach using radiopharmaceuticals to deliver radiation to neuroendocrine tumors expressing specific receptors. This therapy, involving 90Y-DOTATOC or 177Lu-DOTATATE, has shown promising results in treating NETs with minimal side effects.

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An in-depth look at the diverse roles metals play in contemporary medicine, from bio-essential functions to the development of metal-based drugs. Discover how metals like iron, lithium, and auranofin are utilized for medicinal purposes, alongside their applications in non-invasive radiopharmaceutica

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