New Techniques in Cardiothoracic Imaging

New Techniques in Cardiothoracic Imaging
Author: Phillip M. Boiselle
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2007-08-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1420020331

New Techniques in Cardiothoracic Imaging emphasizes emerging methods in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, positron-emission tomography, and similar technology. Effective use of these tools can facilitate the identification, analysis, and treatment of diseases and disorders commonly encountered in daily clinical practice. The contribu

Sources of Medical Technology

Sources of Medical Technology
Author: Committee on Technological Innovation in Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 255
Release: 1995-01-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309587611

Evidence suggests that medical innovation is becoming increasingly dependent on interdisciplinary research and on the crossing of institutional boundaries. This volume focuses on the conditions governing the supply of new medical technologies and suggest that the boundaries between disciplines, institutions, and the private and public sectors have been redrawn and reshaped. Individual essays explore the nature, organization, and management of interdisciplinary R&D in medicine; the introduction into clinical practice of the laser, endoscopic innovations, cochlear implantation, cardiovascular imaging technologies, and synthetic insulin; the division of innovating labor in biotechnology; the government- industry-university interface; perspectives on industrial R&D management; and the growing intertwining of the public and proprietary in medical technology.

Cardiac Imaging: The Requisites E-Book

Cardiac Imaging: The Requisites E-Book
Author: Lawrence Boxt
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 457
Release: 2009-04-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323076742

The updated third edition of this best-selling Radiology RequisitesTM volume concisely synthesizes all of today’s core knowledge about cardiac imaging. Clinically oriented coverage encompasses everything from basic principles through the latest diagnostic imaging techniques, equipment, and technology. This edition features new editors and new chapters on Cardiac CT, Coronary CTA, and more. Practice-proven tips and excellent problem-solving discussions are accompanied by nearly 718 figures (over 1000 pieces) of the highest quality, many of which have been updated and redrawn. The result is an outstanding review source for certification or recertification, as well as a highly user-friendly resource for everyday clinical practice. Covers valvular, ischemic, pericardial, myocardial, congenital, and thoracic/aortic heart disease. Describes all of the imaging modalities currently being used (plain film, ultrasound, CT, and MR), and discusses potential future developments. Delivers outstanding illustrations that demonstrate a full range of cardiac imaging approaches and findings. Features the expert contribution of two new co-editors, Drs. Suhny Abbara and Larence Boxt, to provide you with fresh perspective on the latest technologies. Covers the various modalities of MR, CT, PET, and SPECT perfusion in more depth. Includes new chapters on Cardiac CT and Coronary CTA for current information on all imaging modalities. Presents updated and redrawn illustrations and color images interspersed throughout the text for easier and more intuitive access.

Cardiac CT Imaging

Cardiac CT Imaging
Author: Matthew J. Budoff
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 763
Release: 2010-06-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1848826508

CT is an accurate technique for assessing cardiac structure and function, but advances in computing power and scanning technology have resulted in increased popularity. It is useful in evaluating the myocardium, coronary arteries, pulmonary veins, thoracic aorta, pericardium, and cardiac masses; because of this and the speed at which scans can be performed, CT is even more attractive as a cost-effective and integral part of patient evaluation. This book collates all the current knowledge of cardiac CT and presents it in a clinically relevant and practical format appropriate for both cardiologists and radiologists. The images have been supplied by an experienced set of contributing authors and represent the full spectrum of cardiac CT. As increasing numbers have access to cardiac CT scanners, this book provides all the relevant information on this modality. This is an extensive update of the previous edition bringing the reader up-to-date with the immense amount of updated content in the discipline.

Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Author: Raymond Y. Kwong
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2019-01-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1493988417

The significantly updated second edition of this important work provides an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR), a rapidly evolving tool for diagnosis and intervention of cardiovascular disease. New and updated chapters focus on recent applications of CMR such as electrophysiological ablative treatment of arrhythmias, targeted molecular MRI, and T1 mapping methods. The book presents a state-of-the-art compilation of expert contributions to the field, each examining normal and pathologic anatomy of the cardiovascular system as assessed by magnetic resonance imaging. Functional techniques such as myocardial perfusion imaging and assessment of flow velocity are emphasized, along with the exciting areas of artherosclerosis plaque imaging and targeted MRI. This cutting-edge volume represents a multi-disciplinary approach to the field, with contributions from experts in cardiology, radiology, physics, engineering, physiology and biochemistry, and offers new directions in noninvasive imaging. The Second Edition of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging is an essential resource for cardiologists and radiologists striving to lead the way into the future of this important field.

Problem Solving in Radiology: Cardiovascular Imaging E-Book

Problem Solving in Radiology: Cardiovascular Imaging E-Book
Author: Suhny Abbara
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 873
Release: 2012-11-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1455746258

Optimize diagnostic accuracy with Cardiovascular Imaging, a title in the popular Problem Solving in Radiology series. Drs. Suhny Abbara and Sanjeeva Kalva use a problem-based approach to help you make optimal use of the latest cardiovascular imaging techniques and achieve confident diagnoses. Consult this title on your favorite e-reader with intuitive search tools and adjustable font sizes. Elsevier eBooks provide instant portable access to your entire library, no matter what device you're using or where you're located. Make the most effective use of today's imaging techniques, including PET and SPECT. Perform effective interventions using the newest grafts, stents, and coils. See conditions as they appear in practice with more than 2,350 images detailing anatomy, normal anatomic variants, and pathology. Make optimal clinical choices and avoid complications with expert protocols and tricks of the trade. Avoid common problems that can lead to an incorrect diagnosis. Tables and boxes with tips, pitfalls, and other teaching points show you what to look for, while problem-solving advice helps you make sound clinical decisions. Quickly find the information you need thanks to a well-organized, user-friendly format with consistent headings, detailed illustrations, and at-a-glance tables.

Cardiac Imaging

Cardiac Imaging
Author: Manfred Thelen
Publisher: Thieme
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3131493313

Written by an interdisciplinary team of experts, Cardiac Imaging: A Multimodality Approach features an in-depth introduction to all current imaging modalities for the diagnostic assessment of the heart as well as a clinical overview of cardiac diseases and main indications for cardiac imaging. With a particular emphasis on CT and MRI, the first part of the atlas also covers conventional radiography, echocardiography, angiography and nuclear medicine imaging. Leading specialists demonstrate the latest advances in the field, and compare the strengths and weaknesses of each modality. The book's second part features clinical chapters on heart defects, endocarditis, coronary heart disease, cardiomyopathies, myocarditis, cardiac tumors, pericardial diseases, pulmonary vascular diseases, and diseases of the thoracic aorta. The authors address anatomy, pathophysiology, and clinical features, and evaluate the various diagnostic options.Key features: Highly regarded experts in cardiology and radiology offer image-based teaching of the latest techniques Readers learn how to decide which modality to use for which indication Visually highlighted tables and essential points allow for easy navigation through the text More than 600 outstanding images show up-to-date technology and current imaging protocols Cardiac Imaging: A Multimodality Approach is a must-have desk reference for cardiologists and radiologists in practice, as well as a study guide for residents in both fields. It will also appeal to cardiac surgeons, general practitioners, and medical physicists with a special interest in imaging of the heart.

Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Author: Gianfranco Sinagra
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2019-05-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 303013864X

This open access book presents a comprehensive overview of dilated cardiomyopathy, providing readers with practical guidelines for its clinical management. The first part of the book analyzes in detail the disease’s pathophysiology, its diagnostic work up as well as the prognostic stratification, and illustrates the role of genetics and gene-environment interaction. The second part presents current and future treatment options, highlighting the importance of long-term and individualized treatments and follow-up. Furthermore, it discusses open issues, such as the apparent healing phenomenon, the early prognosis of arrhythmic events or the use of genetic testing in clinical practice. Offering a multidisciplinary approach for optimizing the clinical management of DCM, this book is an invaluable aid not only for the clinical cardiologists, but for all physicians involved in the care of this challenging disease.

Nuclear Cardiac Imaging

Nuclear Cardiac Imaging
Author: Ami E. Iskandrian
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 750
Release: 2008-09-25
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0195311191

Nuclear cardiac imaging is the diagnostic technique of using radiology and chemical markers to track cardiac performance. These imaging studies provide a wide range of information about the heart, including how much the heart contracts, the amount of blood supply to the heart and whether parts of the heart muscle are alive or dead. This is essential information for cardiologists, and nuclear imaging has become an increasingly important part of the cardiologist's armoury of diagnostic techniques. Iskandrian's text has become a leading book in the field and the fourth edition will continue the tradition. The text is updated throughout to reflect the many advances in the field, and, as a new feature, each chapter concludes with a question and answer session on important and difficult clinical issues.