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The concept of scatter in Positron Emission Tomography is reviewed regarding origin and influence on data. Different ways to measure and correct for scatter are discussed.
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Paans, A.M.J., Rosenqvist, G., Holte, S. et al. Scatter fraction: measurement and correction. Eur J Nucl Med 15, 727–731 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00631765
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