Publisher's Synopsis
This clinically oriented volume offers a practical approach to the newest imaging techniques used to diagnose the etiology and pathophysiology of cerebral ischemia in stroke patients. It provides precise guidelines for performing these techniques and interpreting results for effective diagnosis and optimal treatment, as well as prevention of stroke.;In nine authoritative chapters, the book concentrates on specific noninvasive techniques including transcranial doppler, B-mode ultrasound, single photon emission tomography (SPECT), positron emission tomography (PET), computerized tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), detailing their application to studying the mechanisms of stroke.
