Diagnostic Imaging - Pediatric Neuroradiology

Diagnostic Imaging: Pediatric Neuroradiology, 2e is a must have. Each diagnosis includes clinical presentation, best for imaging sequences and imaging examples of key features. Additional information is included on causative genes (when appropriate), pathophysiology and pathology of the disorder. Introductory chapters in multiple sections provide background embryology, anatomy, and physiology as well as typical imaging features of normal structures. The book is written in classic Amirsys style– easy-to-read bulleted lists supported by clearly described images. It gives comprehensive discussions and imaging of common and uncommon disorders of the pediatric nervous system. Hot topics covered include genetics and molecular pathways and common and uncommon disorders affecting the brain, head, neck, and/or spine of children. It has a 5-Star user rating on Amazon.com "Diagnostic Imaging: Pediatric Neuroradiology, Second Edition is a useful tool for all health professionals involved in ordering, performing, or interpreting imaging studies of the child's brain, head, neck, spinal column, and spinal cord. The book consists of diagnoses of all common disorders of the pediatric nervous system and many that are not common. For each diagnosis, information is included concerning the clinical presentation(s) of affected patients, the best sequences to perform for imaging analysis, what each imaging sequence is expected to show (in both common and uncommon presentations), and examples of images showing the key features. In addition, information is included concerning the pathophysiology and pathology of the disorders being discussed, and some basic information concerning the causative genes (when appropriate). In addition to the diagnoses, the book contains introductory chapters in multiple sections that give background on basic embryology, anatomy, and physiology as well as typical imaging features of normal structures in areas being imaged. Put together, the contents of the book make it useful for readers of many different backgrounds and at nearly all stages of training as well as practicing health professionals. This beautiful second edition comes with Amirsys eBook Advantage, an online and searchable version of the book with linked references. In classic Amirsys style, both print and electronic content is viewable in easy-to-read bulleted lists supported by clearly described images. With a comprehensive overhaul, Diagnostic Imaging: Pediatric Neuroradiology, Second Edition promises to become another classic."--Provided by publisher