To strengthen Bangladesh's cancer diagnostic infrastructure, the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) held a high-level meeting on Saturday to assess demand for cyclotron-based PET radiopharmaceuticals among public and private PET-CT centres and enhance the national supply chain.
The meeting, titled "Assessing Demand for Cyclotron-Based PET Radiopharmaceuticals at Private and Public PET-CT Centres and Strengthening the Supply System of Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission", was held at Alpha Hall at the commission's headquarters in Agargaon, Dhaka on Saturday.
The initiative is part of broader efforts to modernise and improve diagnostic services for cancer and other complex diseases across the country.
Science and Technology Secretary Md Anwar Hossain attended the meeting as the chief guest.
He underscored that an uninterrupted supply of radiopharmaceuticals, alongside expanded PET-CT services, is essential to meet the rising needs of cancer patients and advance medical care in Bangladesh.
He further emphasised the need for robust coordination and partnership between the public and private sectors.
Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission Member (Planning) Md Hasinur Rahman and Member (Bioscience) Dr Mahfuza Khan attended the meeting as special guests.
Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Dr M Moinul Islam chaired the meeting.
Globally, PET-CT technology is vital for early and precise detection of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurological disorders, and other complex conditions.
Cyclotron-based PET radiopharmaceuticals are central to this technology, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and facilitating advanced treatment planning for patients.
