Publisher's Synopsis
The field of noninvasive vascular diagnosis is expanding, and there is a need in this field for a concise overview of the various imaging options available to the vascular team. In the last 5 years, the vascular center has become a standard model for vascular diagnosis and treatment with representatives from the worlds of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, cardiology, and vascular medicine. This book, edited by Drs. Mansour and Labropoulos, describes all of the various diagnostic options available today in 50+ chapters. Experts from various fields tackle vascular imaging of cerebrovascular disease, peripheral atherosclerotic occlusive disease, intra-abdominal occlusive disease, venous disorders, and aneurysms. Additional topics range from basic science subjects such as ultrasound physics and instruments to coding and reimbursement issues.
