Overview

This basic text introduces the reader to all facets of pediatric imaging from the importance of understanding X-ray exposure to children through the appropriate indications for ordering a particular examination. It covers basic problems in each organ system. There is a quiz after most of the clinical chapters. The text is aimed at the novice, while the pictures of classic important imaging findings are designed to test the mature pediatric caregiver and the radiologist beginning training. The information conveyed in this text is essential for pediatric house staff, entering radiology residents, pediatric nurse practitioners, emergency room physicians, and practicing pediatricians. It will be valuable to all physicians who deal with children as a segment of their practice. This book serves as the basic text for any of the above individuals taking a rotation through a pediatric imaging department and for orienting pediatric personnel within the imaging department.

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Author:   Jack O. Haller ,  T. L. Slovis ,  Aparna Joshi
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Edition:   3rd Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 19.30cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 27.00cm
Weight:   0.957kg
ISBN:  

9783540237648

ISBN 10:   354023764
Pages:   291
Publication Date:   18 November 2004
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

Diagnostic Medical Imaging: How, Why, and When.- Understanding Radiation and Its Effect on Children.- Chest Examinations in Children.- The Chest in the Neonate and Young Infant.- Abdominal Imaging.- Abdominal and Pelvic Masses.- Skeleton.- Central Nervous System.- Special Procedures.

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Aus den Rezensionen zur 3. Auflage: ... Jedes Kapitel enthalt eine fulle von Bildbeispielen, die dem Unerfahrenen die Pathologien und Besonderheiten demonstrieren und das Wissen des Erfahrenen bereichern. Eine besondere Qualitat des Buches stellen die Quizfragen dar, die anhand von Bildmaterial und klinischen Beschreibungen die Kenntnisse des Lesers testen. Daruber hinaus enthalt es wertvolle praktische Hinweise zur Planung und Interpretation padiatrischer Bildgebung. Differenzialdiagnostische Tabellen und klare anatomische Zeichnungen unterstutzen die Bildinterpretation. ... Es ... stellt ... eine exzellente Ausbildungsmoglichkeit in der padiatrischen Radiologie dar. (in: Paediatrica, 2007, Vol. 18, Issue 4, S. 70)

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