PET/MR co-imaging in cardiovascular diseases: Current clinical applications and future development.

OBJECTIVE

This paper reviews the current status and future development of positron emission tomography/magnetic resonance (PET/MR) co-imaging technology in the field of cardiovascular diseases.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

By combining PET and MRI, PET/MR co-imaging provides comprehensive assessment advantages by simultaneously offering functional and anatomical information.

RESULTS

Firstly, the basic principles of PET/MR are introduced, and the current state is discussed. Subsequently, a detailed discussion on the application of PET/MR in the diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases, including early detection and comprehensive assessment of conditions like coronary artery disease and myocarditis, is presented. Finally, the challenges and future prospects in PET/MR applications are outlined.

CONCLUSION

Despite facing several technical challenges, PET/MR co-imaging technology is expected to play a crucial role in the early diagnosis, treatment, and research of cardiovascular diseases, paving the way for new directions and possibilities in future medical imaging research.