Overview

The totally revised second edition of this comprehensive Atlas describes and explains the uses of diagnostic radiology and provides detailed instructions on how best to apply this technique to the diagnosis of traumatized dogs and cats, including a range of emergency cases. The main focus of the revised concept is the descriptive presentation of clinical cases. Veterinary practitioners will find ample material in the Atlas which will help to reinforce or improve their clinical or technical skills.

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Author:   Joe P. Morgan (University of California, Davis, USA) ,  Pim Wolvekamp
Publisher:   Schlutersche
Imprint:   Schlutersche
Edition:   2nd New edition
Dimensions:   Width: 21.00cm , Height: 3.50cm , Length: 27.70cm
Weight:   2.404kg
ISBN:  

9783899930085

ISBN 10:   3899930088
Pages:   568
Publication Date:   11 April 2005
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface Notice 1 Introduction 1.1 Characteristics of a diagnostic radiographic study 1.2 Importance of radiographic quality 1.3 Use of correct radiographic technique 1.4 Use of a grid technique 1.5 Selection of intensifying screens 1.6 Radiographic viewing 1.7 Radiographic contrast 1.8 Film density versus tissue density 1.9 More about density ? 1.10 The art of radiographic evaluation 1.11 Methods of radiographic evaluation 1.12 Preparing the radiological report 1.13 Terms to understand in radiology 2 Radiology of Thoracic Trauma 2.1 Introduction 2.1.1 Value of thoracic radiology 2.1.2 Indications for thoracic radiology 2.1.3 Patient positioning 2.1.4 Radiographic evaluation of thoracic studies 2.1.5 Radiographic features in thoracic trauma 2.1.5.1 Disruption of the thoracic wall 2.1.5.2 Pleural space 2.1.5.3 Pneumothorax 2.1.5.4 Pleural fluid 2.1.5.5 Diaphragmatic rupture 2.1.5.6 Damage to lung parenchyma 2.1.5.7 Mediastinal injury 2.1.5.8 The heart 2.1.5.9 The esophagus 2.2 Case presentations 2.2.1 Thorax wall injury 2.2.2 Paracostal hernia 2.2.3 Pleural fluid 2.2.4 Lung injury 2.2.5 Pulmonary hematoma 2.2.6 Interstitial nodules 2.2.7 Diaphragmatic hernia 2.2.8 Pleural air 2.2.9 Tension pneumothorax 2.2.10 Pneumomediastinum 2.2.11 Hemomediastinum 2.2.12 Iatrogenic injury 2.2.13 Tracheal/bronchial foreign bodies 2.2.14 Tracheal injury 2.2.15 Esophageal foreign bodies 2.2.16 Esophageal injury 3 Radiology of Abdominal Trauma 3.1 Introduction 3.1.1 The value of abdominal radiology 3.1.2 Indications for abdominal radiology 3.1.3 Radiographic evaluation of abdominal radiographs 3.1.4 Radiographic features in abdominal trauma 3.1.4.1 Peripheral soft tissue trauma 3.1.4.2 Fractures 3.1.4.3 Peritoneal fluid 3.1.4.4 Peritoneal air 3.1.4.5 Retroperitoneal fluid 3.1.4.6 Retroperitoneal air 3.1.4.7 Organ enlargement 3.1.4.8 The pelvis 3.1.5 Use of contrast studies in the traumatized abdomen 3.1.5.1 Urinary tract trauma 3.1.5.2 Gastrointestinal tract trauma Gastric foreign bodies 3.2 Case presentations 3.2.1 Gastric foreign bodies and dilatation 3.2.2 Small bowel foreign bodies 3.2.3 Peritoneal fluid 3.2.4 Inguinal hernias 3.2.5 Renal, ureteral, and urinary bladder injury 3.2.6 Urethral injury 3.2.8 Postsurgical problems 4 Radiology of Musculoskeletal Trauma and Emergency Cases 4.1 Introduction 4.1.1 The order of case presentation 4.1.2 Type of information gained by a radiographic evaluation of the skeleton in the trauma patient 4.1.3 Indications for radiography in suspected musculoskeletal trauma 4.1.4 Factors influencing radiographic image quality 4.1.5 Enhancement of the diagnostic quality of a musculoskeletal 4.1.6 Use of sequential radiographic studies 4.2 Case presentations 4.2.1 Radiographic features of appendicular skeletal injury 4.2.1.1 Fracture classification 4.2.1.2 Orthopedic fixation devices 4.2.1.3 Post-traumatic aseptic necrosis 4.2.1.4 Disuse osteoporosis (osteopenia) 4.2.1.5 Forelimb injury Scapula and shoulder joint Humerus and elbow joint Radius and ulna Forefoot 4.2.1.6 Pelvic limb injury Pelvis Hip Joint Femur Stifle joint Tibia Hindfoot 4.2.2 Radiographic features of axial skeleton injuries 4.2.2.1 Disruption of the thoracic wall 4.2.2.2 Head 4.2.2.3 Spine Cervical vertebrae Thoracic vertebrae Lumbar vertebrae 4.2.2.4 Malunion fractures 4.2.2.5 Non-union or delayed union fractures 4.2.2.6 Traumatic injuries to growing bones Physeal growth injuries Apophyseal fractures 4.2.2.7 Radiographic changes of osteomyelitis 5 Radiographic Features of Soft Tissue Injuries 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Case presentations 6 Radiographic Features of Gunshot Injuries 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Case presentations 7 Radiographic Features in Cases of Abuse 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Case presentations 8 Poisoning 8.1 Case presentations 8.1.1 Rodenticide poisoning 8.1.2 Herbicide poisoning

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... the images in this text are exemplary and the reproduction is of a high quality ... a useful tool for any veterinarian who does a lot of emergency work. -The Veterinary Times

... the images in this text are exemplary and the reproduction is of a high quality ... a useful tool for any veterinarian who does a lot of emergency work. The Veterinary Times about the previous edition: This is an outstanding book which would be enormously useful to most small animal practitioners, students and those studying for the radiology certificate. It is beautifully produced and at the price a good buy Journal of Small Animal Practice

... the images in this text are exemplary and the reproduction is of a high quality ... a useful tool for any veterinarian who does a lot of emergency work. The Veterinary Times

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