Cardiac PET Intensive Virtual Workshop (January 20-21, 2024)-PET Reporting Template (JNC document)

PET Reporting Template (JNC document)

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The document provided by the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology focuses on guidelines for reporting PET myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) and myocardial blood flow (MBF) in clinical practice. It emphasizes the significance of PET MPI in diagnosing coronary artery disease (CAD) and coronary microvascular dysfunction, highlighting its technical advantages. The document discusses the quantification of absolute MBF to enhance diagnostic and prognostic value, and provides information on reimbursement approval for PET MPI and specific CPT codes. <br /><br />Structured reporting elements for PET MPI are outlined, including various data points like patient demographics, clinical information, imaging parameters, and LV function assessment. Sample reports and case examples illustrate normal findings and abnormalities in MBF and MFR for different clinical scenarios. The document stresses the importance of standardized reporting for clear communication of diagnostic insights to referring practitioners and patients.<br /><br />Moreover, the guidelines cover scenarios where calculating MBF and MFR may be less useful, and provide details on different clinical factors affecting the results. References to prior studies and research support the recommendations provided in the document. Overall, the aim of the comprehensive guidelines is to ensure standardized reporting practices in nuclear cardiology for accurate interpretation of PET MPI results, leading to effective clinical decision-making and patient management.

Keywords

PET myocardial perfusion imaging

myocardial blood flow

coronary artery disease

coronary microvascular dysfunction

diagnostic value

prognostic value

structured reporting

standardized reporting

clinical decision-making

nuclear cardiology