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I was very impressed and somewhat surprised by Drs Minerva Becker and Valentina Garibotto ’s candor regarding the evolution of PET-MR imaging in their preface. Instead of touting PET/MR imaging as a “wonder modality,” they give an elegant and accurate description of the history of PET-MR imaging using the analogy of the Gartner “Hype Cycle.” The initial excitement of high expec tations was followed by the realities of trying to demonstrate the tangible benefits of combining two important modalities into an hybrid modality to justify the high costs to hospital administrators, payors, and patients.
Source: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinics of North America - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Foreword Source Type: research