Multislice CT: Medical Radiology

Technique.- Multislice CT: Current Technology and Future Developments.- Dynamic Volume CT with 320-Detector Rows: Technology and Clinical Applications.- 3D Imaging with Flat-Detector C-Arm Systems.- Radiation Exposure and Protection in Multislice CT.- Dual-Energy CT–Technical Background.- Radiation Dose in Multislice Cardiac CT.- Radiation Risks Associated with CT Screening Procedures.- Contrast Agent Application and Protocols.- Neuro / Ear-Nose-Throat.- Cerebral Perfusion CT: Technique and Clinical Applications.- MDCT in Neuro-Vascular Imaging.- Anatomy and Pathology of the Temporal Bone.- Pathologies of the Orbit.- Dental CT: Pathologic Findings in the Teeth and Jaws.- Anatomy and Corresponding Oncological Imaging of the Neck.- Cardiovascular Imaging.- Noninvasive Coronary Artery Imaging.- Technical Innovations in Cardiac and Coronary MSCT.- Assessment of Coronary Artery Stents by Coronary CT Angiography.- Acute Chest Pain.- The Role of Cardiac Computed Tomography in Cardiac Surgery.- New Indications for Cardiac CT.- Complementary Role of Cardiac CT and MRI.- Complementary Roles of Coronary CT and Myocardial Perfusion SPECT.- CTA of the Aorta by MDCT.- CTA of the Spinal Arteries.- Lower-Extremity CTA.- Lung.- Interstitial Lung Diseases.- Pneumonia.- CT of the Airways.- Oncology.- Liver Tumors.- MDCT of Pancreatic Tumors.- Imaging of Colorectal Tumors with Multidetector Row CT.- Urogenital Tumors.- PET–CT in Oncology.- PET and PET–CT in Neuroendocrine Tumors.- Role of MDCT in Bone Tumors, Metastases, and Myeloma.- Dual Energy CT: Initial Description of Clinical Applications in the Abdomen.- Intervention.- CT-Guided Biopsy and Drainage.- Vertebroplasty.- CT-Guided Tumor Ablation.- Rotational C-Arm-Based CT in Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology.-Abdominal Intervention with C-Arm CT.- Trauma Imaging / Acute Care.- CT Management of Multisystem Trauma.

From the reviews of the third edition:
"The enormous impact that multisection CT has had on the practice of radiology is evident in this 628-page book … . Under ‘Technique,’ one can read about evaluations with CT from the earliest EMI scanner … to the current multisection CT technology. … remainder of the information contained in the chapters is well known to neuroradiologists. The value of this book lies in the techniques described and the explanations … of multidector CT. The book would be a good addition to a radiology department library." (American Journal of Neuroradiology, Vol. 30, May, 2009)
"There are 614 pages in this third edition of Multislice CT … . The aim and desire of the Editors was to provide fundamental knowledge on this field, coupled with the latest CT scanner technology, updating the important clinical scenario. … will be much appreciated by radiology community members as a contribution either to skilled personnel to improve their daily work or as an educational source for those in training." (Giampiero Beluffi, La Radiologia Medica, Vol. 114, 2009)
“This excellent book on multislice CT scanning is now in its third revised edition and is warmly recommended for all radiology departments. … it provides fundamental basic knowledge with an update on the latest applications of CT to challenging and complex clinical issues. … in all the chapters there is a full discussion of technical aspects and imaging algorithms. … The quality of the radiographs and diagrams is uniformly excellent. The price is reasonable for a quality book of 628 pages.” (Adrian Thomas, RAD Magazine, July, 2010)
“In summary, this book has a cunningly wide appeal through its broad subject range and excellent referencing. It would be a worthy addition to many departments and libraries. … This book discusses how CT scanning has evolved and the pioneering achievements that have led to modern scanners. … it expands on thephysics and throws light on difficult concepts. It increases and improves fundamental knowledge of the subject of MSCT at all levels and would be a useful adjunct for CT radiographers.” (Simon McGurk and Barbara Nugent, RAD Magazine, July, 2011)
“The authors have succeeded in providing excellent contributions on dynamic volume CT and other new applications. … The book is dedicated to all users of multislice CT by providing also optimal investigation strategies in terms of patient preparation, contrast medium administration and image interpretation. … used as a reference for the most recent updates in technology and the optimal use of multislice CT. The editors should be congratulated on being able to update a book that fast and up to a high standard of publication.” (Th. J. Vogl, European Radiology, Vol. 22, 2012)

This third revised edition of Multislice CT provides a comprehensive update on the newest developments and trends in the application of this exciting technique. Following an initial section on the most significant technical aspects and issues, detailed information is provided on a wide range of diagnostic applications. Imaging of the head and neck, the cardiovascular system, and the lungs is covered in depth, and a further section considers the application of multislice CT in a variety of tumors. Radiation exposure, CT angiography, dual-energy imaging, and interventions all receive close attention, and a final chapter examines the role of multislice CT in trauma management. Numerous highly experienced and well-known authors have contributed chapters from various perspectives, highlighting the possibilities offered by the most modern multidetector CT systems. This book will be particularly useful for general users of CT systems who wish to upgrade not only their machines but also their knowledge.

Provides a comprehensive update on the most recent developments and trends in the application of multidetector CT Clearly explains technical issues Discusses and illustrates a wide range of diagnostic applications Provides practical guidelines to the performance of a successful investigation Written by highly experienced and well-known authors Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras