Radiology 101: the Basics and Fundamentals of Imaging [Paperback]

William E. Erkonen (Editor), Wilbur L. Smith (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0397514999 | ISBN-13: 978-0397514991 | Publication Date: September 15, 1998 | Edition: 1st

Designed as a textbook for medical students, Radiology 101 provides the basic groundwork necessary for interpreting imaging studies and understanding the functions of the various imaging modalities. The first part of the book examines the basic principles and applications of radiography, CT, MR, interventional radiology, nuclear imaging, and mammography. Also included is a pragmatic discussion of medical decision-making as applied to radiologic studies. The second part methodically examines anatomic areas and organ systems and includes separate, excellent chapters on the pediatric chest and abdomen. Each chapter begins with normal anatomy viewed from various angles with various modalities, and then proceeds to normal variants and common pathology. The authors offer guidelines on how to read film systematically and avoid common beginners' pitfalls. The book features more than 800 illustrations and numerous tables displaying indications for imaging and differential diagnosis. Each chapter ends with a short list of key points and suggested reading.

Product Details

• Paperback: 396 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 1st edition (September 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0397514999
• ISBN-13: 978-0397514991
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,404,570 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for third year clinical rotations., January 22, 2001

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briw "briw" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Radiology 101: the Basics and Fundamentals of Imaging (Paperback)

I bought this book during first year of medical school but didn't appreciate its quality until 3rd and 4th year (the clinical years). Concise text with many, many high-quality radiographs and studies. Covers the basics of diagnostic imaging and then moves to areas of the body: head, chest, abdomen, bone & joint, etc. with imaging modalities for each explained. An excellent way to learn how to look at films, ultrasounds, CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine studies. Can't recommend it highly enough.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Radiology 101, February 8, 2002

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Allen Lin (Detroit, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Radiology 101: the Basics and Fundamentals of Imaging (Paperback)

Great books for students and interns for a general introduction on radiology, including reading x-ray fils of the head, chest, abdoman, pelvis, and bone fractures. It also has a great review on CT reading. It has lots of films with arrows and illustrations for novices to follow. Great book to have