Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for 71% of deaths globally and, among them, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death, accounting for almost 44%, followed by cancer with 22%, respiratory diseases with 9%, and diabetes with 4% (World Health Organization n.d.-a). According to the World Health Organization (WHO) 15 million people, aged between 30 and 69Â…
Die zurückliegenden fast zwei Jahre der Bewältigung einer globalen Pandemiekrise haben ihre Spuren in Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft hinterlassen. Es gibt so gut wie kein Unternehmen, das nicht in irgendeiner Weise von der Krise betroffen ist, und die Krise und ihre Auswirkungen werden uns wohl auch weiterhin noch geraume Zeit beschäftigen. Vor diesem aktuellen Hintergrund dürfte sich au…
This open access book presents a wide portfolio of examples of positron emission tomography coupled with computer tomography (PET/CT) studies in various cardiac conditions in order to provide a rationale for the implementation of this technology in an array of clinical conditions. Cardiovascular diseases are a major contributor to premature morbidity and mortality worldwide. Low- and middle…
This open access book presents a wide portfolio of examples of positron emission tomography coupled with computer tomography (PET/CT) studies in various cardiac conditions in order to provide a rationale for the implementation of this technology in an array of clinical conditions. Cardiovascular diseases are a major contributor to premature morbidity and mortality worldwide. Low- and middle…