Fundamentals of Special Radiographic Procedures - Softcover

Snopek, Albert Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0721612938 ISBN 13: 9780721612935

Publisher: W.B. Saunders Company, 1984

Synopsis

Procedure oriented, the updated 4th Edition of this popular text discusses the concepts of special radiographic procedures. This text has been expanded to include updates on equipment and procedures, registry-style questions and answers and multiple choice questions at the end of each chapter. This edition features chapters on diagnostic ultrasound, positron emission tomography, EKG and arrhythmias, angiography of the liver and spleen, pulmonary angiography, and mammography. Each procedure follows a consistent format including relevant anatomy, indications and contraindications, contrast agents, procedures, equipment and patient positioning.

Highlights the what, where, and how of special procedures, with complete discussions of the various image recording systems, specialised equipment and accessories, plus requirements for set-up.

Includes coverage on room design, image recording devices, automatic injection equipment, MRI, digital radiography, CT, catheter introduction, contract media, and pre- and post- procedural patient care.

Follows each procedure through anatomy, indications and contraindications, procedures, contrast media, patient care, equipment and patient positioning.

Integrates high-quality images and anatomic drawings to demonstrate techniques.

Helps readers prepare for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists advanced level Cardiovascular Interventional -Technology certification exam.

Reflects the state-of-the-art in equipment.

Provides updated coverage on the latest innovations in radiography including fourth and fifth generation CT, MRI, and digital radiography.

Presents related content together in the same chapter, such as photographic and digital subtraction method.

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Review

Chapters are well-defined and generously enhanced with detailed drawings, diagrams and photographs...It is an excellent resource covering all aspects of special procedures. -Radiologic Technology

Edition details

• Publisher: W.B. Saunders Company
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 0721612938
• ISBN 13: 9780721612935
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 326