- Summarizes key information with numerous outlines, tables, ''pearls,'' and boxed material for easy reference. - Focuses on essentials to pass the certifying board exam and ensure accurate diagnoses in clinical practice. - Approximately 90% of the more than 1,000 images are new, reflecting the very latest thoracic imaging modalities and techniques. Many diagrams and images are also now in full color.
- New material on acute and critical care including post-operative complications, trauma, ICU diagnosis, and implantable devices.
- More interventional content including diagnostic biopsy techniques, fiducial placement to aid VATs resection, and ablative therapies including microwave and cryoablation.
- Expanded and updated lung cancer coverage including new tumor staging, new surgical and bronchoscopic staging techniques, and lung cancer screening.
- New information on thoracic MRI indications, protocols, and case material outlining how MRI adds specificity to tissue characterization of masses and extent of disease.
- Expanded content on interstitial lung disease including color anatomic drawings and extensive new case material.
- Current pulmonary nodule management strategies including the updated 2017 Fleischner criteria for incidental nodules.
- New editor, authors, and section editors bring a fresh perspective to this completely revised book.
- Expert ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of electronic devices.
Table of Contents
1. Radiographic Technique (Fluoroscopy, Digital Radiography, CT, Dual Energy CT, Dose Reduction Strategies) 2. Normal Anatomy and Radiographic Signs 3. Thoracic MRI: Technique and Approach to Diagnosis (Anatomic definition, Diffuse disease, Masses benign and malignant, except congenital) 4. PET/CT/, PET/MRI: Technique, Pitfalls and Findings 5. The Mediastinum (Anatomic definition, Diffuse disease, Masses benign and malignant, except congenital) 6. The Airways (Small and Large Airways) 7. The Pleura, Diaphragm, and Chest Wall 8. Congenital Thoracic Malformations 9. Thoracic Lines and Tubes 10. Acute Thoracic Conditions in the Intensive Care Unit 11. Pulmonary Embolism & Pulmonary Vascular Diseases 12. The Post-Operative Chest (Expected and Unexpected Findings) 13. Thoracic Trauma 14. Community Acquired Infections (Findings and complications, including endemic fungal, viral and bacterial infections) 15. Pulmonary Disease in the Immunocompromised Patient 16. Mycobacterial Infections (TBC and atypical infections) 17. Approach to Diffuse Lung Disease: Anatomic basis and HRCT 18. Diffuse Lung Diseases (Interstitial Pneumonias, Smoking related/ Inhalational/Occupational) 19. Pneumoconioses 20. Obstructive Lung Diseases 21. Pulmonary Tumors and Lymphoproliferative Disorders 22. Solitary Pulmonary Nodule & Pulmonary Nodule Management 23. Lung Cancer Screening 24. Staging of Lung Cancer (Imaging and Surgical evaluation) 25. Interventional Techniques
