Advanced Imaging of the Abdomen - Hardcover

Advanced Imaging of the Abdomen is invaluable to the practising radiologist, and the more senior radiology resident and fellow, who is looking for a background reference source when discussing a suggested imaging approach with the referring physician.

The book includes extensive lists, tables, line drawings and illustrations - ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance images, scintigraphy. It bridges the interface between the referring clinician and radiologist when faced with a patient suspected of having a complex or more unusual abdominal condition.

Advanced Imaging of the Abdomen bridges the clinician-radiologist interface on unusual clinical presentations and imaging findings. It explores imaging approaches to solve a particular problem.

The book includes extensive lists, tables and illustrations comprising ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance images, scintigraphy and other imaging modalities.

Emphasis is given to choice of imaging procedures, expected diagnostic yield, discussion of pertinent imaging findings and possible differential diagnosis. The internist, gastroenterologist, general surgeon, urologist and related specialist, looking for guidance on an up-to-date imaging modality, will find this book invaluable. Usage of this practical book together with a radiologist's consultation allows these clinicians to arrive at an effective imaging approach.