Christensen's Physics of Diagnostic Radiology [Hardcover]

Thomas S. Curry (Author), James E. Dowdey (Author), Robert E. Murry (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0812113101 | ISBN-13: 978-0812113105 | Publication Date: August 1, 1990 | Edition: Fourth

The Fourth Edition of this text provides a clear understanding of the physics principles essential to getting maximum diagnostic value from the full range of current and emerging imaging technologies. Updated material added in areas such as x-ray generators (solid-state devices), xerography (liquid toner), CT scanners (fast-imaging technology) and ultrasound (color Doppler).

Product Details

• Hardcover: 522 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Fourth edition (August 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0812113101
• ISBN-13: 978-0812113105
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #753,696 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent textbook for the diagnostic radiology physician, July 15, 1998

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This review is from: Christensen's Physics of Diagnostic Radiology (Hardcover)

This most popular textbook for radiologist physics training courses (73% of market in 1989 AAPM survey) is excellent for the non-scientist who desires both technical and practical information. Needs to add sections on digital radiography, pulsed fluoroscopy, and CCD cameras, while reducing coverage of some fading technologies. This is one of the better textbooks I have used for any course.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent text for radiology resident physics course, September 2, 1999

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This review is from: Christensen's Physics of Diagnostic Radiology (Hardcover)

This is one of the better textbooks i've encountered for teaching physics to radiology residents. Other books such as Bushberg are good, but it doesn't quite go into the same detail on some subjects like Christensen does. A new edition updating topics such as MRI, digital imaging and removing some of the chapters like xeroradiography would be nice. I'd also like to see a chapter or two on nuclear medicine imaging, but that might make the book a little too big.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A fairly good overview..., March 20, 1998

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This review is from: Christensen's Physics of Diagnostic Radiology (Hardcover)

... of the basic principles of x-ray imaging production and generation of x-rays. The book is feasible as a quick reference for fundamental descriptions of x-ray principles and basic technological theory of the operation of x-ray equipment. The book is probably best suited for doctors or nurses. Enginners working with x-ray equipment will find some parts quite basic. Some parts are also starting to feel a little old (the chapter of Xeroradiography for example).