Essentials of Pediatric Radiology - Hardcover

Burton, Edward M.; Brody, Alan S.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0865778027 ISBN 13: 9780865778023

Publisher: Thieme, 1999

Synopsis

This easy-access reference contains all the information needed to make informed decisions about imaging in childhood disorders. Beginning with an introduction to pediatric image interpretation, the authors cover the pediatric central nervous system, musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular system, chest and respiratory system, gastrointestinal system, and genitourinary system. There is also full coverage of disorders involving multiple systems, such as those seen in child abuse, cystic fibrosis, leukemia/lymphoma, sickle cell disease, and AIDS. Numerous clinical scenarios illustrate imaging guidelines, highlighted by alogorithms for practical decision-making.

About this title

About the Author:

Associate Professor of Radiology and Pediatrics, Childrens Hospital Medical Center, Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Review:

Most appealing to students and residents ... who desire a quick review of imaging techniques and diseases in children ... Will be especially popular during preparation for examinations. General radiologists who desire a quick update on pediatric imaging will also find this book useful. -- American Journal of Roentgenology

"[..] this book is intended to assist physicians and residents, it offers excellent information for technologists. I recommend it and believe it should be in every radiology department that images children." -- RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGY

"Valuable source of relevant and reliable information..readily accessible, authoritative information in the subject area." -- Radiology

About this edition

• Publisher: Thieme
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0865778027
• ISBN 13: 9780865778023
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 499