A comprehensive reference for current applications of MR imaging
This book is a comprehensive guide to the basic principles and clinical applications of MR imaging for all regions of the body. The opening chapter provides a thorough overview of the basic principles for MR imaging, contrast agents, risks and side effects associated with MR imaging, and common imaging artifacts. The remaining chapters address common pathological findings in the head and neck, thorax, female breast, abdomen, pelvis, lymph nodes, musculoskeletal system, and vessels. A final chapter discusses the applications of whole-body MRI, whole-body MR angiography, and high-field MRI at 3 T.
Features:
- Clear guidelines on how to perform techniques, select the appropriate contrast media, attain the best images, and analyze the findings
- More than 100 differential diagnosis tables that are ideal for at-a-glance review
- Detailed comparisons of MR findings and findings using other modalities
- 1,350 high-quality images and illustrations demonstrating important concepts
- Bulleted lists of "MRI Specifics" highlighting key points
This practical, user-friendly text is a valuable resource for residents and fellows in radiology. It is also an ideal reference for seasoned radiologists seeking to sharpen their MR diagnostic imaging skills.
1 Basic Principles
Basic Principles of MRI
MRI Contrast Agents
Risks and Side Effects of MRI
Imaging Artifacts
2 Head and Neck
3 Chest
Heart
Mediastinum, Pleura, and Chest Wall
Lung and Tracheobronchial System
4 The Female Breast
Breast
Breast Implants
5 Abdomen
Liver
Pancreas
Biliary Tract
Spleen
Kidney and Urinary Tract
Adrenal Glands
Gastrointestinal Tract
6 Pelvis
Urinary Bladder
Pelvic Floor and Fistulas
Female Pelvis
Male Pelvis
7 Lymph Nodes
Normal Lymph Nodes
Abnormal Lymph Nodes
8 Peripheral Skeletal System
Bone and Soft-Tissue Tumors
Rheumatoid Diseases
Infectious Diseases of the Bone and Soft Tissues
Avascular Necrosis
Osteoporosis
Trauma
Joints
Bone Marrow
9 Vessels
Technique of Vascular Imaging
Cervical Vessels
Thoracic Vessels
Abdominal Vessels
Peripheral Vessels
10 Whole-Body MRI and MRA, High-Field MRI
Whole-Body MRI
Whole-Body MRA
High-Field MRI at 3 T