Atlas of Virtual Colonoscopy

Reviews / Votes

From the reviews: "This appears to be the first book on the new subject of virtual colonoscopy ! . This is certainly a good atlas book with several detailed illustrations ! . the topic is properly and clearly covered by well-known experts. ! A more than necessary tool for all who have decided to dedicate a good part of their time to this technique. In any case, a good opportunity to update our knowledge in the field of colorectal cancer." (G. Bianchi Porro, Digestive and Liver Disease, Vol. 36, 2004) "Atlas of Virtual Colonoscopy is a well-written and well illustrated book that reviews the current status of computed tomographic colonography. ! To our knowledge, it is the most comprehensive book on the subject ! . is well organized and easy to read. ! The images are generally of excellent quality ! . should be considered the definitive text on this subject to date. ! A strength of the book is the abundance of high-quality images. ! an essential text for all radiologists who are interested in this exciting new technology." (Karen M. Horton, Radiology, March, 2004) "The atlas is divided into two parts. The first includes chapters on technique and its interpretation and second extensive illustrations of colonography. ! Most of the images are of good quality ! . The legends are excellent and informative, providing good continuity within the sections ! . To answer the question 'will it help?', yes, I believe it will. Reading and assimilating this atlas will significantly increase one's understanding of colonography and provide a good basis for interpreting examinations." (Professor Clive Bartram, RAD Magazine, November, 2003) "This multiauthor book is more than the atlas its title implies. Ably edited by Abraham Dachman, it is also an introduction to virtual colonoscopy ! . The material presented is geared toward the practicing radiologist. Those curious about virtual colonoscopy will find enough information ! and radiologists contemplating starting these studies in their practice are introduced to the finer points involved ! . The editor and contributors have provided a valuable service to the radiology community." (Jovitas Skucas, American Journal of Roentgenology, Vol. 181 (5), 2003) "Dr. Abraham Dachman's atlas on the new subject of virtual colonoscopy ! is devoted to all radiologists who are involved in the detection of colorectal neoplasms. ! The editor has succeeded in persuading several distinguished experts to contribute their cases and their insights ! . the editor should be congratulated on this outstanding book, which is a critical and stimulating work for the clinical introduction of this new technique. The illustrations are excellent ! . the book can be recommended to all radiologists and gastroenterologists." (A. K. Dixon and T. J. Vogl, European Radiology, Vol. 15 (6), 2005)