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Written by a veterinary technician for veterinary technicians, students, and veterinary practice application, this text is a complete and practical guide to producing consistently superior radiographic images. It covers the physics of radiography, the origin of film artifacts, and positioning and restraint of small, large, avian, and exotic animals. Its concise, step-by-step approach discusses everything from patient preparation, handling, and positioning to technical evaluation of the finished product.

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Author:   Lisa M. Lavin
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Saunders
Edition:   4th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 27.60cm
Weight:   1.284kg
ISBN:  

9781416031895

ISBN 10:   1416031898
Pages:   400
Publication Date:   01 July 2006
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Replaced By:   9781455722808
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Part One Radiographic Theory and Equipment 1. X-ray production 2. Anatomy of the x-ray machine 3. Radiation safety 4. Exposure factors 5. Radiographic quality 6. Image receptors 7. Film processing 8. Radiographic technique evaluation 9. Developing a technique chart 10. Quality assurance/quality control 11. Technical artifacts and errors: case studies Part Two Radiographic Positioning 12. General principles of positioning 13. Small animal forelimb 14. Small animal pelvis and hind limb 15. Small animal skull 16. Small animal spine 17. Small animal soft tissue 18. Special procedures 19. Large animal radiography 20. Avian and exotic radiography 21. Alternative imaging technologies 22. Digital veterinary radiography NEW!

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RADIOGRAPHY IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY <br> LISA M LAVIN <br> <br> <br> The fourth edition of this practical text on the subject of radiography is a compilation of the three previous editions, together with the welcome addition of a chapter on digital radiography. <br> <br> This text is written by a veterinary technician, with contributions from two associate professors in radiology, and draws on her considerable experience as a teacher in this field. <br> <br> As such, it is clearly laid out and presented. The text also makes excellent use of the 506 accompanying illustrations, many of which are reproduced in very high quality. <br> <br> This excellent textbook us very readable and provides immediate access to the information required by veterinary professionals seeking to produce good quality radiographic images. <br> <br> Reviewed by Glen Cousquer for Veterinary Times Vol 37 No 22

RADIOGRAPHY IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGYLISA M LAVIN The fourth edition of this practical text on the subject of radiography is a compilation of the three previous editions, together with the welcome addition of a chapter on digital radiography. This text is written by a veterinary technician, with contributions from two associate professors in radiology, and draws on her considerable experience as a teacher in this field. As such, it is clearly laid out and presented. The text also makes excellent use of the 506 accompanying illustrations, many of which are reproduced in very high quality. This excellent textbook us very readable and provides immediate access to the information required by veterinary professionals seeking to produce good quality radiographic images. Reviewed by Glen Cousquer for Veterinary Times Vol 37 No 22

RADIOGRAPHY IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY<br>LISA M LAVIN<br><br><br>The fourth edition of this practical text on the subject of radiography is a compilation of the three previous editions, together with the welcome addition of a chapter on digital radiography.<br><br>This text is written by a veterinary technician, with contributions from two associate professors in radiology, and draws on her considerable experience as a teacher in this field.<br><br>As such, it is clearly laid out and presented. The text also makes excellent use of the 506 accompanying illustrations, many of which are reproduced in very high quality.<br><br>This excellent textbook us very readable and provides immediate access to the information required by veterinary professionals seeking to produce good quality radiographic images. <br><br>Reviewed by Glen Cousquer for Veterinary Times Vol 37 No 22

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