Essential Radiology

by Gunderman, Richard B., Ph.D.

• ISBN13: 9781588900821
• ISBN10: 1588900827
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-01
• Publisher: Thieme Medical Pub

Summary

This comprehensive introduction to the essentials of radiology is designed to enable readers to excel at ordering the appropriate examination and reliably interpreting basic imaging findings. Organized around the major organ systems, it situates imaging within the larger context of the patient's clinical presentation, the pathophysiology of the disease or injury, the analysis and differential diagnosis of imaging findings, and the integration of each into patient management. Special features include: Concise reviews of key anatomic and physiologic principles Full integration of pathophysiology and imaging findings More than 600 exquisite illustrations demonstrating important concepts Mini-atlas of essential cross-sectional anatomy of the brain, chest, and abdomen Essential Radiology is an invaluable reference for learning how to make full use of radiology's extraordinary promise in diagnosing disease and enhancing patient care. Instructors will find this an ideal book for course adoption.

Author Biography

Richard H. Gunderman is Associate Professor of Radiology, Pediatrics, and Medical Education, Vice Chair of Radiology and Director of Pediatric Radiology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Table of Contents

Foreword	ix
Preface	xi
Acknowledgments	xiii
Introduction to Radiology	1	(38)
The Circulatory System: The Heart and Great Vessels	39	(29)
The Respiratory System	68	(44)
The Digestive System	112	(35)
The Urinary Tract	147	(25)
The Acute Abdomen	172	(20)
The Reproductive System	192	(28)
The Musculoskeletal System	220	(37)
Neuroimaging	257	(39)
Pediatric Radiology	296	(31)
Appendices	327	(12)
Index	339