Radiographic Pathology for Technologists

by Mace & Kowalczyk

• ISBN13: 9780323018937
• ISBN10: 0323018939
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-02-04
• Publisher: Mosby

Summary

This well-illustrated textbook presents a concise, "essentials" approach to the pathologic processes most likely to be diagnosed using medical imaging. It familiarizes readers with the radiographic appearance and origins of the disease or injury, as well as the likely prognosis, in order to produce radiographs of optimal quality. Organized by body system, each chapter begins with an explanation of anatomy and physiology before moving on to imaging considerations. This edition includes the most current information on new imaging techniques such as MRI, CT, ultrasound, and PET scanning. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details. Concise, practical coverage of radiographic pathology presents about 150 injuries and abnormalities most frequently diagnosed using medical imaging. Each disease is categorized by type, with a description of its radiographic appearance, signs and symptoms, and treatment. Discussions of correlative and differential diagnoses highlight the important role of high-quality images in the diagnostic process. A separate chapter on trauma (Chapter 11) explains the multisystem implications of traumatic injuries. Key terms are listed at the beginning of each chapter, as well as bolded and defined within the text, in order to help readers learn important terminology. Chapter outlines and objectives aid in organizing and orienting readers to the material that will be covered in each chapter. Multiple choice and discussion questions at the end of each chapter help readers assess their comprehension. Expert contributors have revised the Imaging Considerations portion of each chapter and provided images that reflect the latest advances in various imaging modalities. Expanded coverage of modalities other than plain film radiography includes ultrasound, MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, and PET imaging as appropriate for diagnosis of a particular disease, injury, or abnormality. New summary tables at the end of chapters list the pathologies from the chapter, as well as imaging modalities of choice for each pathology. Over 200 new illustrations, including radiographs, CT, MR, and U/S scans, showcase pathologies best demonstrated by plain-film radiography as well as alternative modalities.

Author Biography

James D. Mace, MBA, RT(R): Philips Medical Systems, Powell, Ohio Nina Kowalczyk, MS, RT(R)(QM): The Ohio State University, Columbus

Table of Contents

Introduction to Pathology	1	(15)
Pathologic Terms	2	(7)
Disease Classifications	9	(6)
The Skeletal System	15	(39)
Anatomy and Physiology	16	(2)
Imaging Considerations	18	(2)
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases	20	(6)
Inflammatory Disease	26	(10)
Metabolic Disease	36	(5)
Vertebral Column	41	(1)
Neoplastic Disease	42	(12)
The Respiratory System	54	(40)
Anatomy and Physiology	55	(1)
Imaging Considerations	56	(11)
Chest Tubes, Vascular Access Lines, and Catheters	67	(3)
Respiratory Failure	70	(1)
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases	71	(2)
Inflammatory Diseases	73	(15)
Neoplastic Diseases	88	(6)
The Abdomen and Gastrointestinal System	94	(49)
Anatomy and Physiology	95	(3)
Imaging Considerations	98	(11)
Congenital and Hereditary Anomalies	109	(5)
Inflammatory Diseases	114	(9)
Esophageal Varices	123	(1)
Degenerative Diseases	124	(3)
Bowel Obstructions	127	(3)
Neurogenic Diseases	130	(2)
Diverticular Diseases	132	(2)
Neoplastic Diseases	134	(9)
The Hepatobiliary System	143	(21)
Anatomy and Physiology	144	(2)
Imaging Considerations	146	(5)
Inflammatory Diseases	151	(7)
Metabolic Diseases	158	(1)
Neoplastic Diseases	158	(6)
The Urinary System	164	(37)
Anatomy and Physiology	165	(1)
Imaging Considerations	166	(12)
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases	178	(7)
Inflammatory Diseases	185	(3)
Degenerative and Metabolic Disease	188	(5)
Neoplastic Diseases	193	(8)
The Reproductive System	201	(27)
The Female Reproductive System	202	(1)
Anatomy and Physiology	202	(2)
Imaging Considerations	204	(3)
Congenital Abnormalities	207	(1)
Inflammatory Disease	208	(1)
Neoplastic Diseases	209	(2)
Uterine Masses	211	(2)
Breast Masses	213	(4)
Disorders During Pregnancy	217	(2)
The Male Reproductive System	219	(1)
Anatomy and Physiology	219	(2)
Imaging Considerations	221	(1)
Congenital Abnormalities	221	(1)
Neoplastic Diseases	221	(7)
The Cardiovascular System	228	(37)
Anatomy and Physiology	229	(3)
Imaging Considerations	232	(11)
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases	243	(6)
Valvular Disease	249	(2)
Congestive Heart Failure	251	(1)
Cor Pulmonale	252	(1)
Degenerative Diseases	253	(4)
Aneurysms	257	(1)
Venous Thrombosis	258	(7)
The Hemopoietic System	265	(12)
Anatomy and Physiology	266	(2)
Imaging Considerations	268	(2)
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome	270	(2)
Neoplastic Disease	272	(5)
The Central Nervous System	277	(37)
Anatomy and Physiology	278	(2)
Imaging Considerations	280	(7)
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases	287	(4)
Inflammatory Diseases	291	(3)
Degenerative Diseases	294	(3)
Vascular Diseases	297	(3)
Neoplastic Diseases	300	(14)
Traumatic Disease	314	(53)
Level I, II, and III Trauma Centers	318	(1)
Imaging Considerations	319	(1)
Trauma of the Vertebral Column and Head	320	(9)
Skeletal Trauma	329	(31)
Trauma of the Chest and Thorax	360	(2)
Abdominal Trauma	362	(5)
Answer Key	367	(1)
Glossary	368	(18)
Image Credits and Courtesies	386	(2)
Bibliography	388	(3)
Index	391