Main description:

Imaging of Pediatric Chest - An Atlas is a concise, highly illustrated atlas presenting state of the art diagnosis of paediatric chest disorders, using the latest imaging modalities.

This book is comprised of thirteen chapters, beginning with guidance on the interpretation of a chest radiograph and the use of ultrasound in chest imaging. Subsequent chapters focus on specific chest conditions, detailing which imaging modalities produce the best results for each disorder, from neonatal respiratory distress to pulmonary infections and interstitial lung diseases.

Modalities covered in Imaging of Pediatric Chest - An Atlas include chest radiography as the primary modality, CT scan in surgical conditions, and the use of ultrasound. With over 250 full colour images throughout the book, this is an ideal book for paediatricians and radiologists who wish to keep up to date with developments in the field.

Key Points

Concise, illustrated guide to diagnosing paediatric chest disorders using the latest imaging modalities
Covers the use of radiography, computed tomography and ultrasound
252 full colour images

Contents:

Interpreting the Chest Radiograph
Ultrasound
Neonatal Respiratory Distress
Congenital Lung Abnormalities
Pulmonary Infections
Tuberculosis
Airway Diseases
Mediastinum
Chest Wall
Pleura
Interstitial Lung Diseases
Immunocompromised Host
Thoracic Masses

Index