A favorite of radiology residents and practitioners alike, "Fundamentals of Body CT" makes it remarkably simple to learn how to perform and interpret CT scans. The completely revised and updated 3rd Edition covers the most recent advances in CT technique, including the use of multislice CT to diagnose chest, abdominal, and musculoskeletal abnormalities, as well as the expanded role of 3D CT and CT angiography in clinical practice. The result is today's most accessible, affordable introduction to body CT!

Table of Contents

Part I: Thorax 1. Intro to CT of the Thorax: Chest CT Techniques 2. Mediastinum-Introduction & Normal Anatomy 3. Mediastinum-Vascular Abnormalities 4. Mediastinum- Lymph Node Abnormalities & Masses 5. The Pulmonary Hila 6. Lung Disease 7. Pleura, Chest Wall, and Diaphragm Part II: The Abdomen & Pelvis 8. Introduction to CT of the Abdomen & Pelvis 9. Peritoneal Cavity, Vessels, Nodes, and Abdominal Wall 10. Abdominal Trauma 11. Liver 12. Biliary Tree and Gallbladder 13. Pancreas 14. Spleen 15. Kidneys and Ureters 16. Adrenal Glands 17. Gastrointestinal Tract 18. Pelvis Part III: Musculoskeletal Skeleton 19. CT in Musculoskeletal Trauma 20. CT in Musculoskeletal Nontrauma 21. Incidental Findings