Publisher's Synopsis
Chest radiology is the most commonly-used investigation method for pulmonary diseases. Accurate interpretation by radiologists is essential, in order to diagnose and manage disorders effectively. This atlas is a concise guide to chest radiology for residents and clinicians. Beginning with an introduction to anatomy, the book presents state of the art chest X-Ray, CT, MRI and PET scan images for numerous medical conditions. The book offers a clear understanding of how to recognise and interpret basic radiological signs, pathologies and patterns for differential diagnosis. A photo CD ROM is included to enhance the numerous well-illustrated X-Rays, CT and MRI scans in the atlas, making it an invaluable, hands-on reference for the evaluation of chest images. Key points Concise guide to chest radiology for residents and clinicians Presents numerous chest X-Rays, CT, MRI and PET scan images for chest diseases and disorders Offers clear understanding of radiological signs, pathologies and patterns to assist differential diagnosis Includes photo CD ROM.
