Fundamentals of Body CT

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Introduction to CT of the thorax : chest CT techniques -- Mediastinum : introduction and normal anatomy -- Mediastinum : vascular abnormalities -- Mediastinum : lymph node abnormalities and masses -- The pulmonary hila -- Lung disease -- Pleura, chest wall, and diaphragm -- Introduction to CT of the abdomen and pelvis -- Peritoneal cavity, vessels, nodes, and abdominal wall -- Abdominal trauma -- Liver -- Biliary tree and gallbladder -- Pancreas -- Spleen -- Kidneys and ureters -- Adrenal glands -- Gastrointestinal tract -- Pelvis -- CT in musculoskeletal trauma -- CT in musculoskeletal nontrauma -- Incidental findings.;Perfect for radiology residents and practitioners, Fundamentals of Body CT offers an easily accessible introduction to body CT! Completely revised and meticulously updated, this latest edition covers today's most essential CT know-how, including the use of multislice CT to diagnose chest, abdominal, and musculoskeletal abnormalities, as well as the expanded role of 3D CT and CT angiography in clinical practice. It's everything you need to effectively perform and interpret CT scans. Consult this title on your favorite e-reader, conduct rapid searches, and adjust font sizes for optimal readabil. Introduction to CT of the thorax : chest CT techniques -- Mediastinum : introduction and normal anatomy -- Mediastinum : vascular abnormalities -- Mediastinum : lymph node abnormalities and masses -- The pulmonary hila -- Lung disease -- Pleura, chest wall, and diaphragm -- Introduction to CT of the abdomen and pelvis -- Peritoneal cavity, vessels, nodes, and abdominal wall -- Abdominal trauma -- Liver -- Biliary tree and gallbladder -- Pancreas -- Spleen -- Kidneys and ureters -- Adrenal glands -- Gastrointestinal tract -- Pelvis -- CT in musculoskeletal trauma -- CT in musculoskeletal nontrauma -- Incidental findings.