Description
Book SynopsisThis fully revised and expanded third edition covers all aspects of modern thoracic radiology, and includes important new sections on computer tomographic signs, interventional radiology of the thorax and the latest developments in cardiac CT and MRI diagnostics, as well as a new chapter on high resolution/thin section CT patterns. The section on diffuse lung disease has been expanded and many new CT illustrations have been added. The book contains comprehensive information on the role of new technologies, including MDCT, in the evaluation of thoracic disease, the role of PET/PET-CT in the thorax, and the expanding roles of MDCT and MRI in evaluation of the heart.
Trade ReviewPraise for the A good introduction to thoracic imaging for medical students as well as beginning residents...includes a rather nice review of anatomy and techniques...the student can use this book as a learning tool and a helpful reference on clinical rotations.--Academic Radiology
Table of Contents1 Examination Technique and Normal Findings
2 Malformations
3 Infection and Inflammatory Disorders
4 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Diseases of the Airways
5 Inhalational Lung Diseases and Pneumoconioses
6 Tumors and Tumor-Like Lesions of the Lung
7 Pulmonary Hypertension and Edema
8 Thoracic Trauma
9 Diseases of the Pleura, Diaphragm, and Chest Wall
10 Radiology of Cardiac Disease
11 Diseases of the Mediastinum
12 High-Resolution/Thin-Section CT Patterns in Pulmonary Disease
13 Radiographic Signs and Differential Diagnosis
14 Thoracic Intervention
