Neuroradiology Companion: Methods, Guidelines, And Imaging Fundamentals (Imaging Companion Series)

The Third Edition of this popular quick reference features 653 brand-new illustrations and state-of-the-art protocols for brain, spine, and head and neck imaging examinations. The first part presents up-to-date protocols for CT, MRI, myelography, and neuroangiography and guidelines on drugs used in neuroimaging. The second part presents images of all common pathologic entities, along with succinct, bulleted "key facts" about radiologic diagnosis. This edition has new chapters on the brachial plexus, degenerative and iatrogenic brain disorders, and metabolic brain disorders. New entities have been added to many chapters, particularly those on brain trauma, stroke, infections and inflammations, and the orbits. The book contains black-and-white illustrations. This new edition of this quick reference features 653 brand-new illustrations and state-of-the-art protocols for brain, spine, and head and neck imaging examinations. The first part presents up-to-date protocols for CT, MRI, myelography, and neuroangiography and guidelines on drugs used in neuroimaging. The second part presents images of all common pathologic entities, along with succinct, bulleted "key facts" about radiologic diagnosis. There are new chapters on the brachial plexus, degenerative and iatrogenic brain disorders, and metabolic brain disorders. New entities have been added to many chapters, particularly those on brain trauma, stroke, infections and inflammations, and the orbits. Accurate diagnosis of neurologic disease demands a combination of today's most advanced imaging technology and your sharpest skills. The fully revised Third Edition of this trusted resource provides quick access to the most vital aspects of neuroradiology-from up-to-date protocols for CT, MRI, myelography, and neuroangiography; to guidelines for drugs used in neuroimaging; to state-of-the-art images designed to help you recognize all commonly encountered pathologic entities.