CT Teaching ManualThieme, 2005 - 208 Seiten Ideal for radiology residents and technicians, this concise manual is the perfect introduction to the practice and interpretation of computed tomography. Designed as a systematic learning tool, it introduces the use CT scanners for all organs, and includes positioning, use of contrast media, representative CT scans of normal and pathological findings, explanatory drawings with keyed anatomic structures, and an overview of the most important measurement data. Finally, self-assessment quizzes - including answers - at the end of each chapter help the reader monitor progress and evaluate knowledge gained. The second edition includes newest techniques such as CT angiography, dose reduction, and multislice scanning. |
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