Handbook of MRI Technique [Paperback]

Catherine Westbrook (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1405160853 | ISBN-13: 978-1405160858 | Publication Date: September 23, 2008 | Edition: 3

The progress of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as a clinical tool has been extraordinary, out-stripping the rate of development of any other imaging technique. There has been a huge increase in the practical applications of MRI techniques and its uses look likely to extend even further with the development of high speed gradients and pulse sequences.

The Handbook of MRI Technique has proved highly successful in guiding the uninitiated through scanning techniques and helping more experienced technologists to improve image quality. The third edition of this highly successful book has been fully revised and updated to consider new technologies and developments essential to good practice.

The book is split into two parts. Part 1 considers the main aspects of theory that relate to scanning and also includes practical tips on gating, equipment use, patient care and safety, and information on contrast media. Part 2 provides step by step instruction for examining each anatomical area, beginning with a basic anatomy section, followed by sections on indications, patient positioning, equipment, artefacts and tips on optimizing image quality. A section of problem-solving exercises completes the book.

Now in full color throughout with over 200 illustrations this book will continue to appeal to radiographers new to MRI and regular users who are looking for information on alternative techniques and suggestions on protocol modifications.

• Completely revised and updated


• Over 100 brand new photographs and line drawings


• Written by technologists for technologists


• With contributions from MRI technologists in the USA and Australia


• Suitable for users of all types of MRI systems

Editorial Reviews

Review

"It is a user-friendly and practical book that I will be able to use throughout my career." (Doody's Reviews, May 2009)

From the Back Cover

The progress of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as a clinical tool has been extraordinary, out-stripping the rate of development of any other imaging technique. There has been a huge increase in the practical applications of MRI techniques and its uses look likely to extend even further with the development of high speed gradients and pulse sequences.

The Handbook of MRI Technique has proved highly successful in guiding the uninitiated through scanning techniques and helping more experienced technologists to improve image quality. The third edition of this highly successful book has been fully revised and updated to consider new technologies and developments essential to good practice.

The book is split into two parts. Part 1 considers the main aspects of theory that relate to scanning and also includes practical tips on gating, equipment use, patient care and safety, and information on contrast media. Part 2 provides step by step instruction for examining each anatomical area, beginning with a basic anatomy section, followed by sections on indications, patient positioning, equipment, artefacts and tips on optimizing image quality. A section of problem-solving exercises completes the book.

Now in full color throughout with over 200 illustrations this book will continue to appeal to radiographers new to MRI and regular users who are looking for information on alternative techniques and suggestions on protocol modifications.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 424 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 3 edition (September 23, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1405160853
• ISBN-13: 978-1405160858
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #224,933 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Handbook of MRI Techniques 2nd edition, April 12, 2000

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Pamela A. Sanow (Chgo, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Handbook of MRI Technique (Paperback)

This book is excellent for review and for technologists in the field. The guidlines for protocols are extremely helpful especially for new technologists.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful for MRI professionals, June 14, 2007

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This review is from: Handbook of MRI Technique (Paperback)

I just would like to mention about the possibility in prepare a new edition. This one was published in 1999. The technology is fast and growing every day with new procedures and new tools. I think will be helpful if a new edition could be edited, including the newest studies with a 3 Tesla machine.

This book is great and I do recommend for everyone who works in the MRI field.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MRI book, February 8, 2006

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Maksimus (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Handbook of MRI Technique (Paperback)

Hi,
I have read different books written by Catherine,this one is very good.It is good simply because was written by the Technologist.
I had a chance to buy it at the MR seminar last weekend.I recommend it to every MR Technologist who wants to become better in the MR art.