Main description:

Elastography is a new medical imaging modality that maps the elastic properties of soft tissue, helping in the detection and diagnosis of disease, and reducing the need for biopsy.

This book is a guide to breast elastography for practising radiologists.

Beginning with an overview of the basic principles of elastography, the following sections provide in depth explanations of different techniques, highlighting interpretation methods and potential pitfalls.

Authored by recognised experts from Athens, the text is highly illustrated with radiological images and diagrams, and includes case studies covering a range of breast pathologies and explaining elastography techniques.

Key points

Comprehensive guide to breast elastography for radiologists
Covers basic principles, different techniques, interpretation, and potential pitfalls
Includes case studies covering a range of breast pathologies
Authored by recognised experts from Athens

Contents:

Section 1: Breast: Pathological and Surgical Approach

Pathological Approach
Surgical Approach

Section 2: Basic Principles of Elastography

Elastography and Tissue Strain: What Clinicians Need to Know

Section 3: Strain Imaging: Basic Principles and Examination Protocol

Strain Imaging
Strain Imaging Examination Protocol

Section 4: ARFI Imaging: Basic Principles and Examination Protocol

Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse Imaging
Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse Imaging Examination Protocol

Section 5: Suggested Breast Ultrasound Elastography Reporting

Breast Ultrasound Elastography Reporting

Section 6: Interpretation of Benign and Malignant Breast Lesions

Interpretation of Benign Breast Lesions
Interpretation of Malignant Breast Lesions
Pitfalls

Index