Clinical Workflow Considerations for Implementation of Continuous-Bed-Motion PET/CT

Abstract

Within the last three years, a new type of technology has emerged for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging that uses a continuous bed motion (CBM) acquisition. For technologists, this technology requires some modifications of the standard approach to PET protocols and imaging workflows. There are a number of key things technologists needs to learn and understand when transitioning from traditional Step and Shoot (SS) PET imaging to this new technology including the difference in acquisition types, image quality, protocol setup, and finally the impact CBM can have on workflow. This article provides key information on how CBM differs from SS and focuses on the critical items technologist may encounter when using this technology.