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Comprehensive review of diseases of the abdomen and pelvis Teaching Atlas of Abdominal Imaging is a case-based reference covering the full spectrum of common and uncommon problems of the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tract encountered in everyday practice. The book organizes cases into sections based on the anatomic location of the problem. Each chapter provides succinct descriptions of clinical presentation, radiologic findings, diagnosis, and differential diagnosis for the case. The chapter then discusses the background for each diagnosis, clinical findings, common complications, etiology, imaging findings, treatment, and prognosis. Key features: Succinct text and consistent presentation in each chapter enhance the ease of use Practical discussion of all current imaging modalities Nearly 550 high-quality images demonstrate key concepts Bulleted lists of pearls and pitfalls at the end of each chapter highlight important points An appendix with 64-slice protocols for various CT scans, such as dual-phase liver and pancreatic scans Ideal for both self-assessment and rapid review, this book is a valuable resource for radiologists, gastrointestinal and genitourinary radiologists, and fellows and residents in these specialties.

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This book offers a comprehensive case-by-case review of common and uncommon pathologies involving the different systems in the abdominal cavity and facing the radiologist in his/her daily practice...Every case is accompanied by demonstrative illustrations, CT, MRI, US, and at times for a more complete evaluation of images obtained by the so-called old radiology...will challenge the reader...this book is a real teaching atlas; a valuable book that will be enjoyed by the junior radiologist, resident, or fellow, and...will be consulted also not infrequently by senior radiologists. --Clinical Imaging <p> Contains excellent images...the discussion are particularly helpful and represent the book's most important value...an impressive teaching textbook that will be valuable for all levels of radiologists...particularly useful for residents preparing for both oral and written board examinations...everz diagnostic radiology program should have this book in their library. --Radiology <p> Ar

This book offers a comprehensive case-by-case review of common and uncommon pathologies involving the different systems in the abdominal cavity and facing the radiologist in his/her daily practice...Every case is accompanied by demonstrative illustrations, CT, MRI, US, and at times for a more complete evaluation of images obtained by the so-called old radiology...will challenge the reader...this book is a real teaching atlas; a valuable book that will be enjoyed by the junior radiologist, resident, or fellow, and...will be consulted also not infrequently by senior radiologists. --Clinical Imaging <p> Contains excellent images...the discussion are particularly helpful and represent the book's most important value...an impressive teaching textbook that will be valuable for all levels of radiologists...particularly useful for residents preparing for both oral and written board examinations...everz diagnostic radiology program should have this book in their library. --Radiology <p>

This book offers a comprehensive case-by-case review of common and uncommon pathologies involving the different systems in the abdominal cavity and facing the radiologist in his/her daily practice...Every case is accompanied by demonstrative illustrations, CT, MRI, US, and at times for a more complete evaluation of images obtained by the so-called old radiology...will challenge the reader...this book is a real teaching atlas; a valuable book that will be enjoyed by the junior radiologist, resident, or fellow, and...will be consulted also not infrequently by senior radiologists.--Clinical Imaging ""Contains excellent images...the discussion are particularly helpful and represent the book's most important value...an impressive teaching textbook that will be valuable for all levels of radiologists...particularly useful for residents preparing for both oral and written board examinations...everz diagnostic radiology program should have this book in their library.""--Radiology ""A needed addition to the case-review texts available. Quality images with clinical information are presented for each case. The cases are well presented. The case-review format is ideal for self-assessment, board preparation, reference, and quick learning and review. It is enjoyable reading that can be done when there are only a few minutes at a time available.""--American Journal of Roentgenology ""155 interesting and instructional cases...The discussions are excellent, providing just the right amount of detail...an outstanding teaching atlas...the cases...are well illustrated and well written…recommend[ed].""--Doody's Book Reviews ""I thoroughly recommend this book to a wide selection radiologists. Go buy it and enjoy!""--Radilogy Magazine

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Associate Professor of Radiology, Director Abdominal MRI, Department of Radiology, Division of Abdominal Imaging and Interventional Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA

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