Download or read book Pocket Guide to Body CT Differential Diagnosis written by Richard M. Slone and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 1999 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical, picket-sized guide provides a system-by-system breakdo wn of common and rare differential diangoses as seen in the clinical s etting. For ease of use, common diagnoses are indicated in boldface ty pe with the less common appearing in italics. The book comes straight from the trenches of the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, where it has been battle-tested, streamlined, and improved over the years for residents and fellows in radiology. Aids to differential diagnosis are among the best-selling titles in radiology, and Mallinckrodt's reputa tion as a leading institution of radiology isacepted without question in the field.
Download or read book CT of the Acute Abdomen written by Patrice Taourel and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-09-18 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CT of the Acute Abdomen provides a comprehensive account of the use of CT in patients with acute abdomen. Recent important developments in CT, including multislice CT and multiplanar reconstructions, receive particular attention. CT features are clearly illustrated, and pitfalls and differential diagnoses are discussed. The first section of the book presents epidemiological and clinical data in acute abdomen. The second and third sections document the key CT findings and their significance and discuss the technological background. The fourth and fifth sections, which form the main body of the book, examine in detail the various clinical applications of CT in nontraumatic and traumatic acute abdomen. This book will serve as an ideal guide to the performance and interpretation of CT in the setting of the acute abdomen; it will be of value to all general and gastrointestinal radiologists, as well as emergency room physicians and gastrointestinal surgeons.
Download or read book Practical Differential Diagnosis for CT and MRI written by Eugene C. Lin and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical Differential Diagnosis in CT and MRI is a one-stop resource for the differential diagnosis of common and rare radiologic findings and conditions in all regions of the body. For each finding and diagnosis, the book provides a complete list of differential diagnoses as well as the features that will help the clinician differentiate diseases with similar findings. Highlights: Concise descriptions aid the identification of key radiologic signs Easy-to-use tables and bullet-point lists facilitate rapid review of important information about findings, differentiating features, and disease entities This pocket-sized book is ideal for residents preparing for board examinations as well as for radiologists in practice.
Download or read book Fundamentals of High Resolution Lung CT Common Findings Common Patterns Common Diseases and Differential Diagnosis written by Brett M. Elicker and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2012-12-29 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of High Resolution Lung CT presents a simple and concise approach to the HRCT diagnosis of diffuse lung disease. It is simple and straightforward and covers similar material presented in “High-Resolution CT of the Lung”, in a brief and approachable format. The chapters and illustrations are based upon, and demonstrate, the fundamental observations, rules, shortcuts, thought patterns and differential diagnosis used in every day clinical practice. This content is intended to review your basic and practical understanding of the lung diseases commonly assessed using HRCT.
Download or read book Top 3 Differentials in Radiology written by William T. O'Brien and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 726 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for this book:Innovative...the descriptions are accurate and concise - exactly what the examiner wants to hear...it would be difficult to find a better high-yield, high-quality textbook covering every subsection of the radiology oral board examination.--JAMAyExtremely useful...This review book is not only rewarding but also a resource radiologists can continue to refer to throughout their careers.--Academic RadiologyProvides an excellent selection of cases for sharpening diagnostic radiology considerations...useful for board preparation and review.--Doody's ReviewTop 3 Differentials in Radiology: A Case Review is a practical case-based reference that will enable radiologists and radiology residents to hone their skills in developing differential diagnoses for common imaging findings. Presented as unknowns, the cases are arranged into twelve main sections based on radiology subspecialties. The book presents each case as a two-page unit. The left page features clinical images and a brief description of the clinical presentation. The right page provides the key imaging finding, Top 3 differential diagnoses, additional differential diagnoses, the final diagnosis, and imaging pearls. The final section of the book contains selected cases from all radiology subspecialties with distinctive imaging findings that should lead definitively to a single diagnosis. Features: 325 cases presented as unknowns to facilitate exam preparation Valuable high-yield review of all disease entities on the list of differential diagnoses for each case More than 700 high-quality images, including 74 in full color, depicting key radiographic findings Imaging pearls at the end of each case that highlight key teaching points With its emphasis on gaining a solid foundation in differential diagnoses for the full range of key imaging findings encountered in clinical practice, this book is ideal for individuals preparing for the initial American Board of Radiology examination as well as more experienced radiologists preparing for recertification examinations.
Download or read book Body CT The Essentials written by Eugene Lin and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2014-09-04 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A PRACTICE, CLINICALLY RELEVANT COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY PRIMER Body CT: The Essentials delivers an up-to-date, detailed, and practical review of CT imaging of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis. It will prove especially valuable to trainees in diagnostic radiology and practicing radiologists with an interest in body imaging. Primarily organized by organ system, Body CT: The Essentials also includes important technical chapters that review intravenous contrast administration, scan parameters, and radiation physics that enable you to perform quality studies with minimum patient radiation exposure. Each organ-specific chapter incorporates the latest advances in CT imaging and recommendations or guidelines for imaging, as well as follow-up findings. Tables found within the chapters include differential diagnosis, and each chapter concludes with suggested readings for a more detailed discussion of the topic. Here's why this is the perfect CT primer: Enhanced by more than 450 images Emphasizes the appropriateness and role of CT relative to other imaging modalities and protocols Includes coverage of the latest technologies such as cardiac CT, CT colonography, and CT enterography Focuses on the most practical concepts related to generating a concise, accurate differential diagnosis and relevant report
Download or read book The Radiology Handbook written by J. S. Benseler and published by Ohio University Press. This book was released on 2014-06-17 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed for busy medical students, The Radiology Handbook is a quick and easy reference for any practitioner who needs information on ordering or interpreting images. The book is divided into three parts: - Part I presents a table, organized from head to toe, with recommended imaging tests for common clinical conditions. - Part II is organized in a question and answer format that covers the following topics: how each major imaging modality works to create an image; what the basic precepts of image interpretation in each body system are; and where to find information and resources for continued learning. - Part III is an imaging quiz beginning at the head and ending at the foot. Sixty images are provided to self-test knowledge about normal imaging anatomy and common imaging pathology. Published in collaboration with the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, The Radiology Handbook is a convenient pocket-sized resource designed for medical students and non radiologists.
Download or read book Chest Radiology Patterns and Differential Diagnoses E Book written by James C. Reed and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sharpen your skills in chest x-ray interpretation using this trusted clinical resource! Chest Radiology: Patterns and Differential Diagnoses, 7th Edition, by Dr. James Reed, walks you through a logical, sequential thought process for the differential diagnoses of 23 radiologic patterns of common chest diseases, using 150 superbly illustrated patient cases. You’ll gain a solid and thorough understanding of how to read and interpret chest x-rays with expert guidance on common disease patterns, differential diagnoses, narrowing down the diagnoses, and further studies (from additional radiographic exams to CT or to biopsy). Each chapter follows a consistent format: Presenting Case, Questions, Discussion, Top 5 Diagnoses, Summary, and Answer Guide. Heavily illustrated with chest radiographs and additional CT, HRCT, and MR correlative images; plus bulleted summary boxes of comprehensive diagnoses lists and interpretation points. An ideal resource for mastering this lower-cost modality before considering more complicated and costly procedures. Illustrated case studies and quizzes feature new and improved questions that address the challenges seen in practice today. Significant updates on carcinoid tumors and pulmonary nodules, including pathologic descriptions, detection, management, and new terminology; new lung cancer screening guidelines and benefits of CT vs. x-ray for screening; and CT description of nodules, detection of pulmonary nodules with chest x-rays, anatomic and perception problems with x-rays in identifying nodules. New content on diffuse disease, including new pathologic terms and the latest impact of high resolution CT (HRCT). Updates on radiation dosing and emphasis on lower dosing, and an expanded emphasis on how to interpret x-rays and CT scans.
Download or read book Duke Radiology Case Review written by James M. Provenzale and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2012-01-19 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Residents, fellows and practicing radiologists who are preparing for certification exams (the current ABR Part II oral, the future ABR Core and Certifying, CAQ and MOC) will find the new edition of this case-based review book an indispensable tool for success. Duke Radiology Case Review has long been considered one of the standards in board review, and is a well-known adjunct to the popular and well-attended board review course given by the prestigious Department of Radiology at Duke University. Close to 300 case presentations are structured to align with the way residents are taught to work through patient cases. Divided by body region and including chapters on interventional radiology and nuclear medicine, each case offers a clinical history, relevant images, and bulleted points describing the differential diagnosis. This is followed by the actual diagnosis and key clinical and radiologic facts about the diagnosis and suggested readings. This edition includes a new chapter on cardiac imaging.
Download or read book Model Rules of Professional Conduct written by American Bar Association. House of Delegates and published by American Bar Association. This book was released on 2007 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.
Download or read book CT and MRI of the Abdomen and Pelvis written by Pablo R. Ros and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2007 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring 1,785 CT and MRI images and 460 cases from leading medical centers, this Second Edition is a comprehensive teaching-file atlas covering virtually all abdominal and pelvic diseases. Cases are presented as unknowns in a consistent format—a brief clinical history, several images, relevant findings, differential diagnosis, final diagnosis, and a discussion. This format helps readers hone their diagnostic reasoning skills and offers excellent preparation for radiology board exams. This edition includes 245 brand-new cases, new images for 190 cases, and a new abdominal wall chapter. Images reflect state-of-the-art technologies, including multidetector row CT, 3D reformatted images, and breath-hold MRI sequences.
Download or read book Reeder and Felson s Gamuts in Radiology written by Maurice M. Reeder and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-04-18 with total page 1004 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gamuts in Radiology is the world's most complete, best known, and most trusted guide to radiologic differential diagnosis. Since 1975, radiologists the world over have used it to ensure that every diagnostic possibility is considered. For the Fourth Edition, Dr. Maurice M. Reeder has assembled an all-new board of Section Editors who have completely revised and updated their respective sections. New features in the fourth edition include: over 250 new gamuts, updates in more than 80 percent of the previous gamuts, an entire new section on obestetrical ultrasound.
Download or read book Specialty Imaging written by Todd M. Blodgett and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This profusely illustrated, practical reference is the first PET/CT book to offer not only comprehensive PET findings, but also extensive coverage of diagnostic CT findings, performance of diagnostic CT as part of PET/CT, and added benefits of PET/CT. Geared to practicing nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists performing PET/CT, the book provides complete information on the Medicare-covered indications and on many emerging clinical applications. The primary focus is on oncology applications. For each disease entity, the book provides succinct, bulleted information on imaging recommendations, CT findings, nuclear medicine findings, differential diagnosis, pathologic features, and clinical issues. Numerous illustrations with detailed legends show CT findings and PET/CT findings for each entity. An eBook online companion offers fully searchable text.
Download or read book PET and PET CT written by Eugene C. Lin and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for this book:Sure to be a hit -- just like the first edition...All the chapters are well written and the accuracy of information is impressive...[we] cannot recommend the book strongly enough.--RAD MagazineReturning in a second edition, this practical book presents oncological and nononcological applications for PET and PET/CT for the full range of scenarios frequently encountered in the professional setting. Placing special emphasis on PET/CT correlation and FDG oncological imaging, it opens with a thorough introduction to fundamental science and clinical basics. Each chapter in the Oncological Applications section of the book describes the role of PET and PET/CT in the management of specific diseases, providing succinct descriptions of indications and comparisons with other imaging modalities. Highlights: New chapters covering PET/CT for pediatric patients; the use of FDG PET in the evaluation of infection and inflammation; and the role of PET and PET/CT in radiation therapy planning; and FDG biology More than 500 high-quality images, including state-of-the-art color PET/CT images Pearls and pitfalls that emphasize critical concepts Discussion of normal variations and benign findings Thorough review of the current literature on PET/CT This compact book provides readers with the tools to sharpen their assessment and decision-making skills. Organized efficiently to enable rapid reference to key concepts, this concise text is ideal for residents and practitioners in radiology, nuclear medicine, oncology, radiation oncology, and nuclear medicine technology.
Download or read book Chapman Nakielny s Aids to Radiological Differential Diagnosis written by Hameed Rafiee and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-08-01 with total page 715 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chapman & Nakielny’s Aids to Radiological Differential Diagnosis is a well-loved radiology resource, used by trainees and practitioners worldwide to hone their knowledge of radiological differential diagnosis for the most commonly encountered conditions throughout the body. It is an invaluable quick-reference companion in everyday practice, as well as an essential study tool when preparing for the FRCR or similar examinations. First published 35 years ago Stephen Chapman and Richard Nakielny’s original aims remain as relevant today as when the book was originally conceived. However radiology has expanded rapidly in recent years and this Seventh Edition is the biggest revision this book has had in its long history with major changes incorporated into nearly every section. Comprehensive lists of differential diagnoses to aid effective diagnoses Closely aligned to the needs of current FRCR curriculum Brief, to the point text and clear page format allows for rapid access to key information Part 2 of the book has been restructured to focus on multisystem disorders which cannot be fully covered in the individual chapters in Part 1. A new chapter on Nuclear Medicine has been added to reflect its importance in modern medical imaging. The chapter on head and neck conditions has been significantly expanded. Important discriminating features have been added to nearly every differential to aid the reader in developing a strategy for reaching a diagnosis. The top differentials in each list which are considered important for radiology trainees to learn for exams are underlined.
Download or read book CT Teaching Manual written by Matthias Hofer and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ideal for radiology residents and technologists, the third edition of this concise teaching manual is the perfect introduction to performing and interpreting CT scans. Designed as a systematic learning tool, CT Teaching Manual provides clear instructions for the use of computed tomography for all organs and includes information on positioning, the use of contrast media, multi-slice scanning, CT angiography, and dose reduction. It features representative CT scans of normal and pathological findings, explanatory drawings with keyed anatomic structures, as well as an overview of the most important measurement data. Self-assessment quizzes and answers at the end of each chapter help the reader monitor progress and evaluate knowledge gained. This edition also includes 64-slice technology with sagittal and coronal MRP reconstructions, and dual-source CT.
Download or read book Emergency Radiology The Requisites E Book written by Jorge A Soto and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-02-13 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the essential tools you need to make an accurate diagnosis in the emergency department! Part of the popular Requisites series, Emergency Radiology: The Requisites delivers the conceptual, factual, and interpretive information you need for effective clinical practice in emergency radiology, as well certification and recertification review. Master core knowledge the easy and affordable way with clear, concise text enhanced by at-a-glance illustrations, boxes, and tables – all revised and enhanced with digital content to bring you up to date with today’s state of the art knowledge. Presents emergent findings and differential diagnosis tables so that important content is identified clearly within the text. Divides the contents of the book into two sections — trauma and non-trauma — to mirror the way you practice. Organizes the material in structured, consistent chapter layouts for efficient and effective review. Provides clinical material on radiology procedures that define your role in managing a patient with an emergent condition. Prepare for written exams or clinical practice with critical information on CTA in the ED on coronary, aorta, brain, and visceral arteries, plus new protocols for trauma and non-traumatic injuries. Stay up to date on what’s new in the field with thoroughly revised content and new, high-quality images obtained with today’s best technology. Get optimal results from today’s most often-used approaches, including the increase in routine use of "panscan" for trauma patients. Gain a practical, visual understanding of emergency radiology thanks to more than 900 multi-modality images. Study and review in the most efficient way, with structured, consistent chapter layouts for time-saving and effective exam preparation.
