Download or read book Case Based Nuclear Medicine written by Kevin J. Donohoe and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2011-07-15 with total page 887 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A highly visual clinical case review of nuclear medicine Ideal for self-assessment, the second edition of Case-Based Nuclear Medicine has been fully updated to reflect the latest nuclear imaging technology, including cutting-edge cardiac imaging systems and the latest on PET/CT. Each chapter is packed with high-quality images that demonstrate the full-range of commonly encountered disease manifestations as seen in the practice of nuclear medicine. The lavishly illustrated cases begin with the clinical presentation and a concise patient history followed by imaging findings, differential diagnoses, the definitive diagnosis and follow-up information, a brief discussion of the background for each diagnosis, and a list of pearls and pitfalls. Features: Comprehensive coverage of everything from single photon emission computed tomography to PET/CT imaging Cases presented as 'unknowns' enable readers to develop their own differential diagnoses - just like on the exam Over 400 high-resolution images, including full-color PET/CT and cardiac scintigraphic images, document the cases Numerous tips, tricks, pearls, and pitfalls highlight key points at the end of each chapter A scratch-off code provides 12 months of access to RadCases, a searchable online database of 250 must-know nuclear medicine cases This user-friendly atlas is an essential resource for all residents and fellows in radiology and nuclear medicine as they review for exams and prepare for rounds. Clinicians will find the succinct presentation of cases an invaluable quick reference in daily practice.
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine Cases written by Joseph Rajendran and published by McGraw-Hill Education / Medical. This book was released on 2010-09-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A unique case-based approach to understanding nuclear medicine 176 cases and 1190 illustrations (many in full color) “They have implemented a compelling approach to the case-based format....In summary, you will love this book. It is thoughtfully constructed and reader focused. You will see manifest the inspiration and commitment of the two editors. Enjoy, learn and ultimately have an impact.”—Norman J. Beauchamp, University of Washington (from the foreword) Nuclear Medicine Cases features 176 nuclear medicine and PET/CT cases grouped according to organ system. Each case includes presentation, findings, differential diagnosis, comments, pearls, and numerous images, many in full color. Covering a wide range of general clinical topics of interest to practicing imaging physicians, this well-illustrated reference guide covers endocrine, musculoskeletal, chest, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, lymphatic, CNS, renal, vascular cases and includes a separate section for pediatrics. The book’s easy-to-navigate organization is specifically designed for use at the workstation. The concise quick-scan text, numerous images, and helpful icons and pearls speed and simplify the learning process. FEATURES: 176 cases and 1190 illustrations (many in full color) An icon-indicated grading system depicting the full spectrum of findings from common to rare and typical to unusual, and the consistent chapter organization make this the perfect workstation reference Emphasizes the latest diagnostic modalities Covers a wide range of clinical topics About the McGraw-Hill Radiology SeriesThis innovative series offers indispensable workstation reference material for the practicing radiologist. Within this series is a full range of practical, clinically relevant works divided into three categories: • Patterns books: organized by modality, these books provide a pattern-based approach to constructing practical differential diagnosis• Variants books: structured by modality as well as anatomy, these graphic references aid the radiologist in reducing false-positive rates• Cases books: classic case presentations with an emphasis on differential diagnoses and clinical context
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine Case Review Series E Book written by Harvey A. Ziessman and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-11-18 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition of Nuclear Medicine in the popular Case Review series offers self-assessment preparation for board reviews to help residents and recertifying radiologists stay on top in their field! Dr. Harvey Zeissman presents 200 case studies—covering hot topics like PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and radiation safety—with images and questions to refine and reinforce your understanding of nuclear medicine. Review 200 cases organized by level of difficulty, with questions, answers, and rationales that mimic the format of certification exams. Prepare for the challenges you’ll face on the exam and in practice with visual guidance from 400 images. Find more in-depth information easily thanks to cross-references to The Requisites: Nuclear Medicine. Stay current thanks to new images and/or updated questions, answers, and discussions for nearly every case study. Master the applications of nuclear medicine in bone medicine, oncology, neurology, and cardiac medicine with 40 new PET/CT cases and 5 new SPECT/CT cases. Manage risks thanks to 10 radiation safety cases that cover this major concern in nuclear medicine practice. The perfect Review text for up to date high quality cases relevant to all the nuclear medicine topics on the boards
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine and PET CT Cases written by Chun K. Kim and published by Cases in Radiology. This book was released on 2015 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 194 cases featuring over 550, high-quality images, Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Cases provides a succinct review of clinically relevant cases covering the full range of nuclear medicine. Cases are grouped into sections including: Nuclear CNS Imaging, Nuclear Inflammation/Infection Imaging, Ventilation/Perfusion Lung Scintigraphy, Pediatric Nuclear Medicine, Cardiac Imaging, Bone Scintigraphy, PET/CT in Oncology, General Oncologic Imaging, Thyroid and Parathyroid, Radionuclide Therapy and Pre-Therapy Evaluation, Liver, Spleen and Biliary Tract, Gastrointestinal Tract, Renal Scintigraphy. Part of the Cases in Radiology series, this book follows the easy-to-use format of question and answer in which the patient history is provided on the first page of the case, and radiologic findings, differential diagnosis, teaching points, next steps in management, and suggestions for furthering reading are revealed on the following page. This casebook is an essential resource for radiology residents and practicing radiologists alike.
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine written by Harvey A. Ziessman and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2011 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition of Nuclear Medicine in the popular Case Review series offers self-assessment preparation for board reviews to help residents and recertifying radiologists stay on top in their field! Dr. Harvey Zeissman presents 200 case studies-covering hot topics like PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and radiation safety-with images and questions to refine and reinforce your understanding of nuclear medicine. Review 200 cases organized by level of difficulty, with questions, answers, and rationales that mimic the format of certification exams. Prepare for the challenges you'll face on the exam and in practice with visual guidance from 400 images. Find more in-depth information easily thanks to cross-references to The Requisites: Nuclear Medicine. Stay current thanks to new images and/or updated questions, answers, and discussions for nearly every case study. Master the applications of nuclear medicine in bone medicine, oncology, neurology, and cardiac medicine with 40 new PET/CT cases and 5 new SPECT/CT cases. Manage risks thanks to 10 radiation safety cases that cover this major concern in nuclear medicine practice. The perfect Review text for up to date high quality cases relevant to all the nuclear medicine topics on the boards
Download or read book Clinical Nuclear Medicine in Neurology written by Andrea Varrone and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-11-10 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gathers a collection of cases with challenging diagnoses, in which nuclear medicine examinations have been particularly helpful in terms of the final diagnosis or follow-up. The cases presented chiefly involve patients with neurodegenerative disorders, epilepsy and brain tumors. The book is intended for nuclear medicine specialists as well as clinicians, offering essential guidance on the interpretation of neurology cases in the clinical setting, particularly with regard to correctly interpreting diagnostic imaging procedures. The authors were selected from the members of the Neuroimaging Committee of the EANM and have extensive experience as clinicians and teachers within the Nuclear Medicine Community.
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine written by Nasrin Ghesani and published by JP Medical Ltd. This book was released on 2015-11-30 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nuclear Medicine is a medical specialty involving the use of radioactive substances in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. This book is a compilation of 168 cases in nuclear medicine which represent the rapid advancement of the field in recent years. Nuclear Medicine contains 193 images, enhancing this essential guide for students of nuclear medicine. This book is written by Munir Ghesani, Assistant Professor of Radiology at the NYU Langone Medical Centre in New York, ensuring authoritative content throughout.
Download or read book Nuclear Endocrinology written by Doina Piciu and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-02-24 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nuclear medicine is an important element of daily practice for the endocrinologist, both for diagnosis and for treatment. The continuous rapid development of nuclear medicine procedures has created the need for a concise, up-to-date practical guide that presents the essential information required by the endocrinologist. This book is designed to ensure ease of use in clinical practice and provides the most relevant information on nuclear medicine as applied to endocrine pathology. It is divided into three sections covering general aspects of nuclear medicine, the role of nuclear endocrinology in diagnosis, and the role of nuclear endocrinology in therapy. The endocrine glands are covered by organ and by pathology. Pertinent background information is provided, choice of radiopharmaceutical is explained, and the role of different image acquisition techniques is discussed. In addition, informative clinical cases are presented with the aid of high-quality images.
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine A Core Review written by Chirayu Shah and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2021-06-21 with total page 834 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare for success on the nuclear medicine component of the radiology Core Exam! Nuclear Medicine: A Core Review, 2nd Edition, by Drs. Chirayu Shah, Marques Bradshaw, and Ishani Dalal is an up-to-date, practical review tool written specifically for the Core Exam. This helpful resource contains 300 image-rich, multiple-choice questions with detailed explanations of right and wrong answers. Fully revised content, high-yield tables for easy review, and additional eBook questions ensure you’re ready for the Core Exam or recertification exam. This revised edition includes one hundred new questions with a dedicated physics chapter. Questions removed from the previous edition are still available for review in the eBook.
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Case Review Series E Book written by Lilja B Solnes and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-03-29 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stay on top of recent, significant changes in the areas of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging with this updated and expanded volume in the popular Case Review Series. Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, 3rd Edition offers highly illustrated, case-based preparation for board review to help residents and recertifying radiologists succeed on exams and provide state-of-the-art patient care. Presents 150 case studies organized by level of difficulty, with all new multiple-choice questions, answers, and rationales that mimic the format of certification exams. Provides more cases on positron emission tomography (PET), including all the latest applications of PET/CT hybrid imaging. Covers new tracers such as Ga68 DOTA, F-18 amyloid, and F-18 prostate cancer imaging agents as well as new indications for Tc99m sestamibi. Reflects recent changes in nuclear medicine including information on patient selection, how therapy affects patients, and if there is evidence of recurring disease.
Download or read book Top 3 Differentials in Nuclear Medicine written by Ely A. Wolin and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2019-03-27 with total page 691 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The highest-yield, most complete nuclear radiology exam prep and learning tool available today! Top 3 Differentials in Nuclear Medicine: A Case Review by renowned nuclear radiologist Ely A. Wolin and esteemed contributors is one in a series of radiology case books mirroring the format of the highly acclaimed O'Brien classic, Top 3 Differentials in Radiology: A Case Review. The book is organized into 12 parts, with initial parts covering neuro, thyroid and parathyroid, cardiac, lung, hepatobiliary, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and bone imaging. Latter parts focus on imaging of various inflammatory processes, infections, and neoplasms. The final part covers the important topic of quality control, which is essential for both American Board of Radiology (ABR) exam review and clinical practice. Each case is formatted as a two-page unit. The left page features clinical images, succinctly captioned findings, and pertinent clinical history. The right page includes the key imaging gamut, differential diagnoses rank-ordered by the "Top 3," additional diagnostic considerations, and clinical pearls. Key Features: More than 250 high-quality scintigraphic and radiologic images enhance diagnostic skills State-of-the-art nuclear imaging gamuts featuring F-18 FDG PET and SPECT 147 carefully selected nuclear radiology cases provide illustrative examples across all imaging modalities, delivering a robust, well-rounded nuclear medicine review A list of differential diagnoses provides an excellent curriculum guide for trainees and educators alike Radiology residents, nuclear medicine residents and fellows, and staff radiologists preparing for certification will greatly benefit from reading this text as a radiology board review. This high-yield resource is also a must-have for all radiologists who utilize nuclear imaging in their practice.
Download or read book Top 3 Differentials in Nuclear Medicine written by Ely A. Wolin and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2019-03-27 with total page 710 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The highest-yield, most complete nuclear radiology exam prep and learning tool available today! Top 3 Differentials in Nuclear Medicine: A Case Review by renowned nuclear radiologist Ely A. Wolin and esteemed contributors is one in a series of radiology case books mirroring the format of the highly acclaimed O'Brien classic, Top 3 Differentials in Radiology: A Case Review. The book is organized into 12 parts, with initial parts covering neuro, thyroid and parathyroid, cardiac, lung, hepatobiliary, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and bone imaging. Latter parts focus on imaging of various inflammatory processes, infections, and neoplasms. The final part covers the important topic of quality control, which is essential for both American Board of Radiology (ABR) exam review and clinical practice. Each case is formatted as a two-page unit. The left page features clinical images, succinctly captioned findings, and pertinent clinical history. The right page includes the key imaging gamut, differential diagnoses rank-ordered by the "Top 3," additional diagnostic considerations, and clinical pearls. Key Features: More than 250 high-quality scintigraphic and radiologic images enhance diagnostic skills State-of-the-art nuclear imaging gamuts featuring F-18 FDG PET and SPECT 147 carefully selected nuclear radiology cases provide illustrative examples across all imaging modalities, delivering a robust, well-rounded nuclear medicine review A list of differential diagnoses provides an excellent curriculum guide for trainees and educators alike Radiology residents, nuclear medicine residents and fellows, and staff radiologists preparing for certification will greatly benefit from reading this text as a radiology board review. This high-yield resource is also a must-have for all radiologists who utilize nuclear imaging in their practice.
Download or read book Advancing Nuclear Medicine Through Innovation written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2007-09-11 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly 20 million nuclear medicine procedures are carried out each year in the United States alone to diagnose and treat cancers, cardiovascular disease, and certain neurological disorders. Many of the advancements in nuclear medicine have been the result of research investments made during the past 50 years where these procedures are now a routine part of clinical care. Although nuclear medicine plays an important role in biomedical research and disease management, its promise is only beginning to be realized. Advancing Nuclear Medicine Through Innovation highlights the exciting emerging opportunities in nuclear medicine, which include assessing the efficacy of new drugs in development, individualizing treatment to the patient, and understanding the biology of human diseases. Health care and pharmaceutical professionals will be most interested in this book's examination of the challenges the field faces and its recommendations for ways to reduce these impediments.
Download or read book Clinical Nuclear Medicine Neuroimaging written by Dafang Wu and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-04-24 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book serves as a casebook for clinical nuclear medicine neuroimaging. Clinical interpretation of nuclear medicine neuroimaging studies is often challenging, mainly due to the complexity of neuroanatomy and a lack of supportive reference books. This is an unmet need in many teaching hospitals. Utilizing a hands-on, case-based approach, this textbook guides readers through clinical nuclear medicine neuroimaging of major neurological diseases and conditions, including dementia, epilepsy, and brain death. Included here are basic guidelines and techniques for nuclear medicine neuroimaging practices, set alongside case examples that include standardized imaging display and detailed interpretation. Each chapter begins with examples of normal brain imaging as a reference point for the remainder of the chapter, which then presents detailed case examples of these diseases through various imaging techniques. Each of the cases highlights clinical and imaging key findings and precise impressions. This is an ideal guide for residents, fellows, and even practicing nuclear medicine physicians as a reference and teaching tool for neuroimaging in clinical nuclear medicine. It will be of significant value to residents, trainees, and young physicians in preparation for their in-service tests and board examinations.
Download or read book Essentials of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging E Book written by Fred A. Mettler and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-08-17 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering both the fundamentals and recent developments in this fast-changing field, Essentials of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, 7th Edition, is a must-have resource for radiology residents, nuclear medicine residents and fellows, nuclear medicine specialists, and nuclear medicine technicians. Known for its clear and easily understood writing style, superb illustrations, and self-assessment features, this updated classic is an ideal reference for all diagnostic imaging and therapeutic patient care related to nuclear medicine, as well as an excellent review tool for certification or MOC preparation. Provides comprehensive, clear explanations of everything from principles of human physiology, pathology, physics, radioactivity, radiopharmaceuticals, radiation safety, and legal requirements to hot topics such as new brain and neuroendocrine tumor agents and hybrid imaging, including PET/MR and PET/CT. Covers the imaging of every body system, as well as inflammation, infection and tumor imaging; pearls and pitfalls for every chapter; and pediatric doses and guidelines in compliance with the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs. Features a separate self-assessment section on differential diagnoses, imaging procedures and artifacts, and safety issues with unknown cases, questions, answers, and explanations. Includes new images and illustrations, for a total of 430 high-quality, multi-modality examples throughout the text. Reflects recent advances in the field, including updated nuclear medicine imaging and therapy guidelines • Updated dosimetry values and effective doses for all radiopharmaceuticals with new values from the 2015 International Commission on Radiological Protection • Updated information regarding advances in brain imaging, including amyloid, dopamine transporter and dementia imaging • Inclusion of Ga-68 DOTA PET/CT for neuroendocrine tumors • Expanded information on correlative and hybrid imaging with SPECT/CT • New myocardial agents • and more. Contains extensive appendices including updated comprehensive imaging protocols for routine and hybrid imaging, pregnancy and breastfeeding guidelines, pediatric dosages, non-radioactive pharmaceuticals used in interventional and cardiac stress imaging, and radioactivity conversion tables.
Download or read book Teaching Atlas of Nuclear Medicine written by Kevin J. Donohoe and published by Thieme Medical Publishers. This book was released on 1889 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each volume in Thieme's new Teaching Atlas series features a wide range of challenging cases in radiology, and is ideal for both self-assessment and review. All cases stress the real-life presentation of a specific clinical problem, beginning with high-quality radiographs and followed by patient history, radiographic findings, differential-diagnosis, discussion, and suggestions for further reading. Highlighted Pearls, Pitfalls, and Controversial Issues round out the presentation of each case and provide the reader with hundreds of useful hints and recommendations. A must for residents rotating in sub-specialties or studying for board examinations, the Teaching Atlas series is also a useful review for experienced practitioners. In the TEACHING ATLAS OF NUCLEAR MEDICINE, you'll find comprehensive coverage of the entire field of nuclear medicine through a series of clearly presented cases. Following the board exam format, the cases are presented as unknowns, with an image and brief clinical description; you are then asked to arrive at your own differential diagnosis. Complete with tips, pearls, pitfalls, and a brief discussion of each case, this is the ideal book for self-testing and maximizing your study time.
Download or read book Nuclear Medicine Imaging written by M. Reza Habibian and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2012-10-09 with total page 1106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thoroughly revised by a well-known nuclear medicine team, this teaching file reference presents 234 cases and over 600 images encompassing the gamut of procedures in contemporary clinical nuclear medicine. This Second Edition features many new cases highlighting the latest clinical and technological developments, including state-of-the-art PET/CT and SPECT/CT imaging in oncology and dramatic advances in nuclear cardiology. Chapters present a variety of cases, from simple to complex, covering each organ system and oncologic imaging. Extensive correlative images using all relevant modalities demonstrate the use of multimodality image analysis in solving clinical problems. The final chapter focuses on common artifacts. A companion Website will offer an online image bank.
