Now more streamlined and focused than ever before, the 6th edition of CT and MRI of the Whole Body is a definitive reference that provides you with an enhanced understanding of advances in CT and MR imaging, delivered by a new team of international associate editors. Perfect for radiologists who need a comprehensive reference while working on difficult cases, it presents a complete yet concise overview of imaging applications, findings, and interpretation in every anatomic area. The new edition of this classic reference - released in its 40th year in print - is a must-have resource, now brought fully up to date for today's radiology practice.

Key Features
* Includes both MR and CT imaging applications, allowing you to view correlated images for all areas of the body.
* Coverage of interventional procedures helps you apply image-guided techniques.
* Includes clinical manifestations of each disease with cancer staging integrated throughout.

New to this Edition
* Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, images, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
* Over 5,200 high quality CT, MR, and hybrid technology images in one definitive reference.
* For the radiologist who needs information on the latest cutting-edge techniques in rapidly changing imaging technologies, such as CT, MRI, and PET/CT, and for the resident who needs a comprehensive resource that gives a broad overview of CT and MRI capabilities.
* Brand-new team of new international associate editors provides a unique global perspective on the use of CT and MRI across the world.
* Completely revised in a new, more succinct presentation without redundancies for faster access to critical content.
* Vastly expanded section on new MRI and CT technology keeps you current with continuously evolving innovations.

PART I PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY AND MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING


Computed Tomography


1. Imaging Principles in Computed Tomography

2. Computed Tomography Imaging Operation

Magnetic Resonance Imaging


3. Imaging Principles in Magnetic Resonance Imaging

4. Imaging Principles in Magnetic Resonance Angiography

5. Contrast-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging

6. Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Pediatric Patient

7. Tissue Characterization in Liver Imaging Using Advanced MR Techniques


PART II CT AND MR IMAGING OF THE WHOLE BODY


Neuroradiological Imaging of the Brain and Meninges


8. Normal Anatomy

9. Intracranial Neoplasms

10. Cerebral Infections and Inflammation

11. Stroke

12. Cerebral Aneurysms and Vascular Malformations

13. Traumatic Brain Injury

14. Spinal Cord Injury

15. Neurodegenerative Disorders

16. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging

17. Brain Proton Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy

18. Meningeal Processes

19. Leukoencephalopathies and Demyelinating Disease


Neuroradiological Imaging of the Head and Neck


20. Orbit

21. Temporal Bone

22. Pharynx

23. Paranasal Sinuses

24. Adenopathy and Neck Masses

25. Larynx

26. Imaging of the Head and Neck in the Pediatric Patient


Neuroradiological Imaging of the Spine

27. Non-Infectious Inflammatory Diseases Affecting the Spinal Cord

28. Spinal Trauma

29. Degenerative Disease

30. Spinal Neoplasms

31. Spinal Infections

32. Cystic Lesions

33. Vascular Lesions

34. Systemic Diseases Affecting the Spine

35. Congenital Abnormalities


Imaging of the Chest


36. Non-neoplastic Parenchymal Disease

37. Neoplastic Disease of the Lung

38. Mediastinal Disease

39. Disease of the Pleura, Chest Wall, and Diaphragm

40. Airway

41. Chest Imaging in the Pediatric Patient


Imaging of the Abdominal and Pelvic Organs


42. Biliary Tract and Gallbladder

43. Liver: Normal Anatomy, Imaging Techniques, and Diffuse Diseases

44. Liver: Focal Hepatic Mass Lesions

45. Liver Transplantation

46. Pancreas

47. Mesentery

48. Spleen

49. Peritoneum

50. Gastrointestinal Tract

51. Rectum

52. Contrast Nephropathy and Its Management

53. Adrenal Glands

54. Kidney

55. Retroperitoneum

56. Male Pelvis

57. Female Pelvis


Imaging of the Cardiovascular System


58. Coronary Arteries, Heart, and Pericardium

59. Cardiovascular Advanced Imaging


Imaging of the Musculoskeletal System

60. Musculoskeletal Tumors

61. Shoulder

62. Pelvis and Hip

63. Knee

64. Foot and Ankle

65. High Resolution 3T Magnetic Resonance Neurography: Applications, Techniques, Pitfalls


PART III IMAGE-GUIDED PROCEDURES (Frank K. Wacker, Part Editor)


66. MRI-Guided Interventions

67. Image-Guided Aspirations and Biopsies

68. Image-Guided Drainages

69. Image-Guided Ablation of Parenchymal Organs


PART IV LEADING EDGE IMAGING CONCEPTS (John R. Haaga, Part Editor)


70. Complete Vasculogenesis