Lecture Notes: Radiology

Radiology Lecture Notes is a succinct yet thorough introduction to the essential imaging techniques used in various clinical situations. This fully revised and updated new edition presents the fundamental core knowledge of film interpretation, specialised radiological investigations, and procedures for imaging specific problems. The book explores common diseases and disorders complemented by good quality radiology images and full-colour illustrations. Concise chapters, organised by body systems cover investigations of the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems, the liver and pancreas, and many others.

Now in its fourth edition, this market-leading guide has been updated to reflect current practices and technologies in the field, featuring new up-to-date content on Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This practical guide:

    Provides a basic foundation in the principles and techniques of radiology
    Offers new content, including up-to-date CT, MRI and nuclear medicine images
    Features bulleted lists, ‘Key Points’ boxes, and ‘Radiological Investigations’ sections throughout the text

Radiology Lecture Notes is an ideal study and revision guide for medical students and junior doctors, and will be a useful aid for specialist nurses, radiographers, and radiology department staff.

Table of contents

List of contributors vii

About the companion website ix

1 Introduction 1

2 Respiratory tract 19

3 Cardiovascular system 47

4 Gastrointestinal tract 65

5 Liver and pancreas 93

6 Urinary tract 113

7 Musculoskeletal system 139

8 Trauma 161

9 Paediatrics 177

10 Obstetrics and gynaecology 187

11 Neuroradiology 199

12 Specific radiological investigations 221

13 Image viewing hints 225

Index 229

Pradip R. Patel is a Consultant Radiologist at Kingston Hospital, London, UK.