Sonography: Introduction to Normal Structure and Function

By Reva Arnez Curry, Marilyn Prince, Betty Bates Tempkin

Book Overview

Without a thorough knowledge of the appearance of normal anatomy, you may have a tough time recognizing abnormalities in ultrasound images. Get a firm grounding in normal anatomy and physiology from an ultrasound perspective with Sonography: Introduction to Normal Structure and Function, 4th Edition. The new edition of this highly visual introductory text presents a wealth of ultrasound images, accompanied by labeled drawings with detailed legends, to increase your comfort with normal anatomy as it appears during scanning. Its consistent chapter format makes the content easy to navigate and reinforces the discipline of following a standard protocol to scan each area of the body.

Detailed line drawings accompany most sonograms to explain what you should notice on each scan. If you do not see the structure, or are uncertain of it on the image, you can look at the diagram for confirmation. Over 1,500 images provide a thorough, visual understanding of sonography. Consistent organization with a standardized heading scheme helps you when searching for information. Content on quality control protocols in the clinical setting shows you how to recreate the most optimal scanning settings and techniques. Evolve resources provide you with additional learning tools. NEW Full 4-color design incorporates color images within the appropriate chapter to help you understand the concepts without having to flip to the front of the book - and highlights the important points within each chapter. NEW Three all-new chapters bring you the most up-to-date information on fetal echocardiography, laboratory values, and ergonomics. NEW Updated sonograms demonstrate the latest and best images from the newest equipment, including 3D and 4D images. NEW Expanded Test Bank, with new questions for each chapter, provides 1,000 questions on the material.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323322840
• ISBN13: 9780323322843
• Release Date: November 2015
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 736 Pages
• Weight: 4.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 8.6" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Great book!

This book is an awesome resourse for someone who is just begining to learn ultrasound and need an overview of how the normal structures look like. It is very simple, consize, and easy to understand. IMHO the best feature this book has is the drawing of the visualized structures clearly marked, conveniently located right next to the actual sonographic image for comparison.

The Right Order: Normal Anatomy First

I believe a sound foundation in normal anatomy and physiology is the best course of study for the begininning sonography student. The textbook is clear, thorough and concise, and as a student who will be graduating next month, I highly recommend this book. I didn't find it until recently; I wish I had learned of this book earlier in my studies. Information on pathology would have been easier to absorb with a better foundation initially.