Essentials of Clinical MR

Essentials of Clinical MR provides readers with the must-have background they need to read magnetic resonance images and make successful clinical diagnoses. Intuitively arranged by body region, this user-friendly manual explores the most commonly encountered diseases through concise case examples supplemented by clearly labeled MRI images. Using the case descriptions as starting points, each section thoroughly surveys a different anatomic area and provides tips on imaging techniques followed by an in-depth discussion of the image interpretation. Features Complete coverage of the diseases most frequently seen in the clinical practice of MRI Over 650 images clearly illustrate the MR appearance of each disease Highly relevant information on contrast media and contrast enhanced MRA This easily accessible guide is both the ideal introductory text for radiology residents, MR technologists, and medical students, as well as a practical daily reference for anyone involved in the interpretation of clinical MRIs. Residents will find it an invaluable companion when studying for exams. I highly recommend it.--Radiologic Technology Editorial Reviews From the Back Cover Essentials of Clinical MR provides readers with the must-have background they need to read magnetic resonance images and make successful clinical diagnoses. Intuitively arranged by body region, this user-friendly manual explores the most commonly encountered diseases through concise case examples supplemented by clearly labeled MRI images. Using the case descriptions as starting points, each section thoroughly surveys a different anatomic area and provides tips on imaging techniques followed by an in-depth discussion of the image interpretation. Features Complete coverage of the diseases most frequently seen in the clinical practice of MRI Over 650 images clearly illustrate the MR appearance of each disease Highly relevant information on contrast media and contrast enhanced MRA This easily accessible guide is both the ideal introductory text for radiology residents, MR technologists, and medical students, as well as a practical daily reference for anyone involved in the interpretation of clinical MRIs. Residents will find it an invaluable companion when studying for exams. I highly recommend it.--Radiologic Technology About the Author John Sealy Distinguished Chair in Radiology; Professor and Chair; Department of Radiology; The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB); Galveston, TX, USA Product Details Paperback: 264 pages Publisher: Thieme; 1st edition edition (November 24, 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 1604064064 ISBN-13: 978-1604064063 ISBN-13: 9781604064063 eText ISBN: 9781604064070