High-Resolution Ct of the Lung

by Webb, W. Richard; Müller, Nestor L.; Naidich, David P.

• ISBN13: 9780781722780
• ISBN10: 0781722780
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-11-28
• Publisher: LWW

Summary

The thoroughly revised Third Edition of this widely acclaimed volume explains how to use the newest high-resolution CT technology to diagnose lung disease. Still the only text on the topic, this compact, affordable reference is written by the foremost experts in the field and provides cutting-edge technical and clinical information. This edition reviews new findings on expiratory scans and recent changes in the classification of interstitial pneumonia. Coverage includes descriptions of many additional disease entities, as well as new diagnostic algorithms. The extensively revised art program features more than 400 illustrations. A Brandon-Hill recommended title.

Table of Contents

Preface to the First Edition	ix
Preface	xi
Quick Reference to High-Resolution Computed Tomography Diagnosis of Diffuse Lung Disease	xv
Technical Aspects of High-Resolution Computed Tomography	1	(48)
Normal Lung Anatomy	49	(22)
High-Resolution Computed Tomography Findings of Lung Disease	71	(122)
Diseases Characterized Primarily by Linear and Reticular Opacities	193	(66)
Diseases Characterized Primarily by Nodular or Reticulonodular Opacities	259	(96)
Diseases Characterized Primarily by Parenchymal Opacification	355	(66)
Diseases Characterized Primarily by Cysts and Emphysema	421	(46)
Airways Diseases	467	(80)
Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Vascular Disease	547	(22)
Clinical Utility of High-Resolution Computed Tomography	569	(30)
Illustrated Glossary of High-Resolution Computed Tomography Terms	599	(20)
Subject Index	619