Medical Imaging Methods: Theory and Applications

Description

This volume presents pedagogical content to understand theoretical and practical aspects of diagnostic imaging techniques. It provides insights to current practices, and also discusses specific practical features like radiation exposure, radiation sensitivity, signal penetration, tissue interaction, and signal confinement with reference to individual imaging techniques. It also covers relatively less common imaging methods in addition to the established ones. It serves as a reference for researchers and students working in the field of medical, biomedical science, physics, and instrumentation. Key Features • Focusses on the clinical applications while ensuring a steady understanding of the underlying science • Follows a bottom-up approach to cover the theory, calculations, and modalities to aid students and researchers in biomedical imaging, radiology and instrumentation • Covers unique concepts of nanoparticle applications along with ethical issues in medical imaging Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Table of Contents Preface About the Editor Contributors Chapter 1 Diagnostic Medical Imaging Services with Myriads of Ethical Dilemmas in a Contemporary Healthcare Context: Is Artificial Intelligence the Solution? Introduction The Distributed Nature of Medical Imaging Services The Complex Medical Imaging Encounter and Associated Complexities Introducing AI in the DMI Context The Basics of DMIE Ethical Principles Multifaceted DMI Service Utilization Issues and Safety Medical Imaging Contrast Agent Considerations and Safety Issues Medical Imaging Errors and Safe Practice Culture Issues of Occupational Exposure and Safe Practice In the Best Interest of the Patients Strategies to Consider in Dealing with the Myriads of Dilemma Training Issues within the Medical Profession and DMI Conclusion References Chapter 2 Medical Imaging and Computer-Aided Diagnosis Introduction Medical Imaging Techniques Computer-Aided Diagnosis (CAD) Clinical Applications Challenges and Future Directions Conclusion References Chapter 3 X- and Gamma Ray Imaging (CT, PET and SPEC, Scintigraphy, and Radiography): Benefits and Risks Introduction Interaction of X- and Gamma Rays with Matter Radiographic Image Computed Tomography Scintigraphy Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography Positron Emission Tomography Dosimetry and Risk Associated with Nuclear Imaging Acknowledgement References Chapter 4 Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Applications in Dentistry Introduction Conclusion References Chapter 5 Role of Nanoparticles in Medical Imaging Introduction Nanoparticles Used in Biomedical Imaging NPS That Improve Imaging in Certain Instruments NPs Used as an Imaging Probe for Diagnosis Advantages and Disadvantages of NPs Used for Imaging References Chapter 6 Nanobiosensors and Their Applications in Medical Diagnosis and Imaging Introduction Various Nanobiosensors and Their Application in Medical Diagnosis and Imaging Conclusion and Future Perspective References Index