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Nuclear Imaging Resources

Click on the image above to access The Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging website:

Under Evidence and Quality, access Clinical Guidelines and Procedural Standards
Under Research, access Clinical and other trial information

Click on the image above to access the webpage for the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.

Use this link to access certification and training information from ABNM.

Click the image above to access International Atomic Energy Agency programme in Human Health

Relates to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of health problems through the application of nuclear techniques

National & International Resources

Books & eBooks

Manual of Radiology by Clifford Weiss (Editor); John Eng (Editor) Thoroughly updated for its Second Edition, this manual is ideal for residents in training, especially those junior residents learning how to perform procedures and facing the first months of call. The manual encapsulates the core information needed for conducting clinical examinations and determining which imaging examination is appropriate for the large variety of problems that can occur on call. Coverage of each clinical problem includes indications for testing, protocol for test, possible findings, and clues to diagnosis. Suggested readings are also included. This edition covers more procedures and includes more information on drug/contrast media interactions.
Call Number: Online access through R2 Library
ISBN: 9780781799645
Publication Date: 2007-11-27
Print Edition: Nuclear Cardiology by Gary V. Heller; Robert C. Hendel Print copy available at Saint Thomas West library

A thorough, practical review of nuclear cardiology -- covering everything from when to refer and which test to prescribe to interpreting results Updated with new and emerging techniques "The authors have succeeded in providing a guide to understanding the basic principles of cardiovascular nuclear imaging, learning its applications, and interpreting the results that is ideally suited for cardiology and radiology trainees. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Nuclear Cardiology: Practical Applications provides concise, expert guidance on indications for nuclear cardiology procedures, specification of tests, and interpretation of results. Completely updated with the latest techniques and procedures, this well-illustrated guide is essential to clinicians who require a practical understanding of this specialty as well as trainees, including cardiology fellows and radiology residents. It is also a must-have review for anyone seeking certification or recertification in nuclear cardiology. Features: Coverage of new and emerging techniques in nuclear medicine, such as fatty acid and neurohumoral imaging, the use of hybrid technology, and cardiac positron emission tomograhic (PET) imaging Emphasis on indications for tests helps you decide which nuclear test is the best choice for a particular problem Valuable perspective of nuclear cardiology's role in patient management Review questions at the end of each chapter assure understanding of the material and prepare you for certification testing NEW chapters on quality initiatives in nuclear cardiology and the appropriate use of SPECT and PET procedures New: Extensive Q&A Full-color insert of radiograph images
Call Number: WG 141.5 R3 N9637 2011
ISBN: 9780071624930
Publication Date: 2010-10-12

Radiopharmaceuticals in Nuclear Pharmacy & Nuclear Medicine
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The radiopharmaceutical bible for nuclear pharmacists, nuclear medicine physicians, and nuclear medicine technologists. Useful in educational programs across these disciplines, it also serves as a key reference in preparation for specialty board examination in nuclear medicine and nuclear pharmacy.
Exploring Essential Radiology
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Additional Resources Online

Encourages practitioners to optimize the amount of radiation used in
medically necessary imaging studies and to eliminate unnecessary procedures.

Through advocacy works to improve safe and effective imaging care of children worldwide.
Interventional Radiology: Step Lightly Resources
Image Gently and Step Lightly Checklist
- Considered questions to ask patients and family members in regard to radiation exposure before a procedure.

Esteemed Trade magazine focusing on interventional cardiology.

Radiology LibGuide Quick Reference

Radiology LibGuide Quick Reference

High-Impact & Popular Journals

General Resources: Radiology

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Healthcare-associated infections are a major public health concern for both patients and medical personnel. This has taken on greater urgency during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Radiation Personal Protective Equipment (RPPE) may contribute to risks of microbial contamination. This possibility was tested in 61 personal or shared-use lead aprons and thyroid collars at Columbia Presbyterian Irving Medical Center. Fifty percent tested positive for either bacterial or fungal contamination, mostly around the neckline of lead vests and thyroid collars. Repeated testing of garments some weeks to months later confirmed continued presence of microbial contamination. The possibility that hospital-approved disinfection agents could degrade the radio-protective features of these garments was also examined. Samples of identical construction to garments in regular use were subjected to either daily or weekly wipes with hypochlorite or alcohol-based hospital-approved cleaning agents for 6 mo. A third group of samples was maintained in contact with the cleaning agents for 6 mo. All samples were fluoroscoped four times during the study. None demonstrated any degradation in radioprotection. All samples were photographed monthly. Physical degradation of the outer plastic covering by concentrated hypochlorite and limited mechanical damage around stitched seams of the samples cleaned daily with alcohol was noted. Based on the high prevalence of microbial contamination, regular cleaning and disinfection protocols should be implemented. Regular cleaning with medical-facility-approved cleaning and disinfecting agents is likely to be effective at reducing the microbial load and unlikely to result in significant reduction in radioprotective properties of these garments.

Saint Thomas Medical Libraries: Radiology