Description
Book SynopsisA straightforward and practical guide to abdominopelvic MR Imaging
Presented by a team of experts in the specialty, this book provides a comprehensive overview of MRI of the abdomen and pelvis in adult and pediatric patients. The book's organization by organ or organ system allows the reader to approach the field one topic at a time. Each chapter lists the indications for MRI, describes in detail the specific imaging technique, and shows the MR appearance of normal anatomy and pathologic entities.
Highlights:
- Presents more than 1,000 high-quality abdominal and pelvic MR scans
- Includes all recent technical developments and new indications
- Summarizes MR imaging findings, differential diagnoses, and imaging protocols in easy-to-read tables
- Features chapters on abdominal MR angiography and MRI in children
- Compares the qualities of MRI with other imaging modalities
An excellent introduction to the field, MR Imaging of the Abdomen and Pelvis is a valuable reference that provides practical guidelines for all radiologists in the clinical setting.
Trade Review[Four out of four stars] Written by authors with tremendous experience in the field of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen and pelvis...the chapters are well-organized into sections...particularly helpful for the radiologists in understanding the basic principles of MRI and tissue characteristics of the abdomen and pelvis...further complemented by an excellent discussion of protocols and contrast media, without being too technically detailed and distracting...a great resource...also a great reference for oncologic imaging...the quality of the images provided is exemplary!...a learning tool for residents and...a great reference for fellows and practicing radiologists.--Academic RadiologyA comprehensive overview ...of specific techniques for indications of MRI. Well-illustrated chapters treating each organ/organ system ...contain descriptions of specific techniques, parameters, contrast media, MRI findings, and differential diagnoses. -- booknews.comThe quality of the images provided is exemplary!...The book can be used as a learning tool for residents and as a great reference for fellows and practicing radiologists The Bookshelf February 2011, Vipul Sharma, MDIt would be welcome in any reading room, both academic and in private practice settings Clinical Imaging May 2011
Table of Contents1 The Liver
2 The Bile and Pancreatic Ducts
3 The Pancreas
4 The Spleen
5 The Gastrointestinal Tract
6 The Rectum and Anal Canal
7 The Kidneys and Upper Urinary Tract
8 The Adrenal Glands
9 The Retroperitoneum
10 The Urinary Bladder
11 The Prostate and Seminal Vesicles
12 The Uterus and Vagina
13 The Adnexa
14 Magnetic Resonance Pelvimetry
15 Magnetic Resonance Angiography of the Abdomen
16 Intra-abdominal Lymph Nodes
17 Abdominal MRI in Children
