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- Provides a comprehensive review of lung and mediastinum pathologies including oncologic and non-oncologic conditions
- Presents a useful tool for residents and medical students interested in thoracic imaging, featuring a simple and direct approach to imaging techniques, anatomy and pathology
- Reports an invaluable consultation guide for rapid image interpretation
This book offers a comprehensive overview of all major pathologic conditions involving the lung and mediastinum and the related diagnostic procedures. Oncologic and non-oncologic conditions are reviewed and described in detail, featuring, besides normal anatomy, also high quality images from several modalities (including X-ray, CT, MR and PET), as well as b/w and color illustrations and line drawings. Complications associated with surgical and oncological treatments are also presented in detail with extensive imaging examples. The book provides a thorough coverage of the topic of thoracic imaging, yet considering a concise and synthetic approach essential to optimal learning. The book will be a useful reference guide for the everyday clinical practice of young radiologists, residents and medical students. Table of Contents- Anatomy of the Thorax
- Glossary
- Introduction to Chest X-Ray Interpretation
- Pulmonary Nodules: Identification and Risk Assessment
- Lung Cancer
- Mediastinal Masses
- Pulmonary Findings After Surgery, Radiotherapy, and Chemotherapy
- Pneumonia and Bronchiolitis
- Presentation and Diagnosis of Interstitial Lung Diseases
- Pleural Diseases
- Vascular Diseases of the Thorax
- Taking it to the Test: Clinical Cases
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