Thoracic Imaging

This book includes a concise, yet complete overview of thoracic imaging, diagnostic techniques, differential diagnosis of diseases involving the thorax, treatment plans, and treatment strategies. Part I provides a review of thoracic anatomy, cardiopulmonary physiology, and an overview of the various diagnostic imaging techniques (radiography, CT, MRI) including basic physics, technical aspects, and advantages/limitations of various modalities. Part II provides imaging strategies for evaluating specific symptoms and disease entities as well as a large section on differential diagnosis based on specific radiographic findings. Part III provides a comprehensive overview of specific thoracic diseases broken down by organ system and Part IV includes chapters covering interventional techniques, thoracic surgical procedures and post-surgical management