Besides its application in oncology, what other uses does a PET scan have?

Besides its application in oncology, what other uses does a PET scan have?

Hossein Jadvar (Doctor) gives expert video advice on: How does a PET scan work?; How should I prepare for a PET scan?; Why do I have to fast before a PET scan? and more...

The major thrust of positron emission tomography (PET) scan in clinical applications have been oncology. However, it has applications also in neurology, and especially more recently in Alzheimer's disease. In cardiology, for looking at what we call myocardial viability. Also, in an up and running clinical application in friction and inflammation energy.