Computed Tomography: Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality Control [Hardcover]

Euclid Seeram (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0721667104 | ISBN-13: 978-0721667102 | Publication Date: January 15, 1994

A new comprehensive text presenting both the clinical and physical applications of computed tomography (CT). Topics covered include image reconstruction, radiation dosage, instrumentation, three dimensional imaging, image manipulation, patient positioning and care, and sectional anatomy. The text also features a unique chapter on quality control which describes the 21 tests performed on CT scanners and details the equipment, measurement, expected results, acceptance limits and possible causes of failure for each test. Chapter summaries and review questions are included in each chapter to reinforce the most important information.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: W.B. Saunders Company (January 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0721667104
• ISBN-13: 978-0721667102
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #663,875 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars CT Text Sheds Light on CT, April 20, 2001

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This review is from: Computed Tomography: Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality Control (Paperback)

This review was written by Debra A. Durick., MPA.,RT(R)(CT)(M) of the University of South Alabama and appeared in Radiologic Technology (March/April 2001): "The second edition of this book improves on the first. Now in paperback, it has more graphics and illustrations and is an excellent textbook for teaching as well as a helpful resource for individuals planning to take the Registry Exam in computed tomography. The author has expanded the text with updated and new information on spiral/helical CT, realtime CT fluoroscopy, virtual endoscopy and CT angiography. Mr Seeram presents the material in an organized sequence, beginning with the history of CT and continuing with information on CT physics, data acquisition, computers, image quality assurance, new information on ways CT is being used today, pediatric CT and protocols. The information flows well, building on itself with each chapter. After introducing information, Mr Seeram thoroughly discusses it in an understandable manner. In particular he does an excellent job of explaining difficult concepts sunc as back projection, volume scanning, the role of computers in CT, quality assurance and the physical principles of CT. The graphics and illustrations are self-explanatory and are used throughout the text to reiterate the difficult information discussed. The author is an excellent teacher in the area of CT and anyone can gain from his explanations. The first edition of this textbook is used in our advanced CT classes and has been an asset for these classes. The book is worth its cost, considering the information it provides. Its strengths are the easily understandable explanations of difficult information and the excellent graphics and illustrations which reinforce the information covered. The summary comparison of three different manufacturers' units at the back of the book helps readers understand the different terminology used by different manufacturers. I do not find any weaknesses, except possibly a little less information on basic computer components. I would recommend this as a course textbook and as a reference text for anyone taking the Registry exam."

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Computed Tomography:Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality Contro, December 12, 2005

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N Davis "N Davis" (Independence, MO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Computed Tomography: Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality Control (Paperback)

If I had depended on this book alone, I would not have passed the CT Registry. I bought this book originally and felt I wasn't getting what I needed, so I went to MIC and bought their course. That isn't perfect either, but between the two we had success. I didn't feel like the physics of CT was explained at the level that I or the people I was studying with could understand. I feel that this book needs to be more comprehensive. There was not nearly enough anatomy or how to figure dose, pitch, etc. Maybe it was just all over my head and I needed it explained in simpler terms. It is a good tool, but certainly not all the information you need to test.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Computed Tomography, physical principles, clinical applications and quality control, January 26, 2006

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Carl Walinski (Lubbock, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Computed Tomography: Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality Control (Paperback)

This book has a wealth of information on CT. It is intended for the serious, hard core CT tech or Doctor who would like to know the intricate in's and outs' of CT. There are many pages of equations used to derive the intricacies of the CT process. What this book is NOT is a good review text for the CT registry. The information is there, but it is extremely hard to find because the Index is limited in scope. For example, looking for "Pixel" in the index turns up nothing. "Voxel" likewise turns up nothing. I realize these are very basic terms, and any tech looking to take the registry should know these by heart, but it is indicative of the lack in the index. Other terms that one would like to brush up on are also not there. If I were to do it over again, I would not buy this book to review for the CT Registry. otto