Differential Diagnosis in Computed Tomography

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The new Burgener: Improve your interpretation skills with this bestselling comprehensive reference to interpreting abnormal CT findings Differential Diagnosis in Computed Tomography, 2nd edition, is an invaluable reference aid in the evaluation of CT images to help confidently gain a general diagnostic impression and a reasonable differential diagnosis. In contrast to disease-oriented radiology texts, this book is organized by CT findings, enabling the reader to quickly match the appropriate differential diagnosis to CT results. Special features of the second edition: Continuation of the successful Burgener concept: Comprehensive tables describe the imaging patterns of the various diseases that may present on CT, along with other characteristically associated imaging findings and pertinent physiopathologic, pathologic, and clinical data Over 2,000 detailed, high-quality images demonstrating a wide range of common and uncommon CT findings Chapters organized according to anatomic regions, from the brain to the pelvis and the musculoskeletal system, with new chapters on meningeal and calvarian lesions and on trauma Updated and revised sections reflecting the latest advances in CT technology and indications, including accurate staging of intra-articular and spinal fractures and evaluation of vascular diseases Extensive index systematically cross-references diseases and CT findings for optimal access to information Recognizing the central role that CT plays in the field of modern medical imaging, this book is essential for physicians who want to strengthen their diagnostic acumen and CT interpretation skills: radiologists in practice; residents preparing for board exams; and any other physician charged with understanding and interpreting CT images. Cover Frontmatter Copyright Contributors Preface Acknowledgments Contents List of Tables Section I Intracranial Lesions 1. Brain and Extra-axial Lesions 2. Ventricles and Cisterns 3. Lesions Involving the Meninges and Skull 4. Vascular Lesions Section II Head and Neck 5. Skull Base and Temporal Bone 6. Orbit and Globe 7. Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinuses 8. Suprahyoid Neck 9. Infrahyoid Neck Section III Spine 10. Computed Tomography of Spinal Abnormalities Section IV Musculoskeletal System 11. Soft Tissue Disease 12. Joint Disease 13. Generalized Bone Disease 14. Localized Bone Disease 15. Trauma and Fractures Section V Thorax 16. Lungs 17. Pleura, Chest Wall, and Diaphragm 18. Heart and Mediastinum Section VI Abdomen and Pelvis 19. Liver 20. Biliary System 21. Spleen 22. Pancreas 23. Abdominal Wall 24. Gastrointestinal Tract 25. Peritoneum and Mesentery 26. Retroperitoneum 27. Kidneys 28. Adrenal Glands 29. Pelvis References Index