Thoracic Imaging: Case Review

By Theresa C. McLoud, Phillip M. Boiselle, Gerald F. Abbott, et al.

Book Overview

This volume of the Case Review Series in Radiology provides the resident, fellow, and practicing general radiologist with a thorough review of thoracic radiology. Experts in the field have hand-picked 150 diverse cases designed to help readers test themselves, pass radiology exams, and practice radiology in a clinical setting. Packed with nearly 280 high-quality images, this affordable, easy-to-use resource allows readers to prepare for exams and sharpen their skills in thoracic radiology. Plus, Thoracic Imaging is cross-referenced to Mosby's acclaimed Thoracic Radiology: The Requisites by Theresa McLoud.Thorough coverage of all facets of thoracic imaging including CT, high-resolution CT, MR, andconventional radiography images familiarises readers with multiple modalities.
A subspecialty focus helps readers to test and improve their skills in a centered manner. Cases are divided into 3 levels of difficulty Opening Round, Fair Game, and Challenge allowing readers to assess proficiency at different levels of complexity.
Each case is followed by a list of questions with answers plus a brief discussion emphasising characteristic imaging features, differential diagnostic considerations, and key points of clinical information. The case format of the book allows readers to pick up and review any topic in the book at any time.
An emphasis on methodology and final diagnosis provides readers with a sound framework to approach image interpretation in thoracic radiology.Detailed commentary and selected helpful references provide readers with additional information about a topic.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323006566
• ISBN13: 9780323006569
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.8" x 0.5" x 8.5"