Atlas of CT Pathology

The only resource on the imaging of pathologies with CT designed specifically for imaging technologists! Comprehensive and up-to-date, this new atlas helps readers develop a solid understanding of pathology and how to image it.Each disease process is illustrated with brilliantly reproduced images that demonstrate the appearance of anatomy and disease processes on CT scans. All illustrations are accompanied by charts that present information on pathology, symptoms, and patient historya definition and explanation of the disease processsuggested protocolsuggested contrast materials to best visualize pathologyhow to visualize on CTand where anatomically one might look for the disease. Covers a wide range of common and unusual pathologies. Features illustrations and charts on the same or facing pages whenever possible--and a consistent organization throughout--for ease of reference. Demonstrates the variation in disease process, filming, and positioning through the use of real images scanned by CT technologists on actual patients. Organizes chapters according to the topics listed in the specifications for the ARRT CT exam. Helps readers understand pathologies as seen by CT imaging techniques with a brief overview of CT technology. Includes reference tables of specific imaging techniques. Serves as an excellent clinical resource, as a teaching text, or as a preparation tool for the ARRT CT exam.