Principles of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography

Principles of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography has everything you need to successfully obtain and interpret CT and CTA images. Stuart J. Hutchison-a premier cardiac imaging specialist-explains the dos and don’ts of CCT so you get the best images and avoid artifacts. Get only the coverage-from evidence-based CTA to noncoronary lesions-you need with clinically oriented, practical information presented in a consistent format that makes finding everything quick and easy. High-quality images and access to the full text and more online at www.expertconsult.com make this the one cardiovascular computed tomography resource that has it all. Stuart Hutchison , MD, FRCPC, FACC, FAHA, FASE, FSCMR, FSCCT, Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Calgary Division of Cardiology, Foothills Medical Center; Department of Cardiac Sciences, Libin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta, Calgary, Canada Key Features * Access the fully searchable contents online at www.expertconsult.com, along with an image library and videos of CTA procedures. * Get only the coverage that you need-from evidence-based CTA to determination of coronary calcium to noncoronary lesions-from focused, clinically oriented, and practical information. * Obtain the best image quality and avoid artifacts through instructions on how to and how not to perform cardiovascular computed tomography. * Gain a clear visual understanding through high-quality images-many in color-that reinforce the quality of information in the text. * Master probe settings and measurements using numerous tables with useful values and settings. * Find information easily thanks to a consistent format.