$161.49
Author: Quinn B. Carroll
Brand: Charles C. Thomas Publisher
Edition: 3
Format: Illustrated
Number Of Pages: 900
Details: Product Description
Long overdue, this new work provides just the right focus and scope for the practice of radiography in this digital age, covering four entire courses in a typical radiography program. The entire emphasis of foundational physics has been adjusted in order to properly support the specific information on digital imaging that will follow. The paradigm shift in imaging terminology is reflected by the careful phrasing of concepts, accurate descriptions and clear illustrations throughout the book. There are 713 illustrations, including meticulous color line drawings, numerous photographs and stark radiographs. The two chapters on digital image processing alone include 60 beautifully executed illustrations. Foundational chapters on math and basic physics maintain a focus on energy physics. Obsolete and extraneous material has been eliminated, while concepts supporting digital imaging are more thoroughly discussed. All discussion of electricity is limited to only those concepts which bear directly upon the production of xrays in the xray tube. Following is a full discussion of the xray beam and its interactions within the patient, the production and characteristics of subject contrast, and an emphasis on the practical application of radiographic technique. This is conventional information, but the terminology and descriptions used have been adapted with great care to the digital environment. No fewer than ten chapters are devoted directly to digital imaging, providing extensive coverage of the physics of digital image capture, digital processing techniques, and the practical applications of both CR and DR. Image display systems are brought up to date with the physics of LCD screens and electronic images. PACS and medical imaging informatics are also covered. Chapters on Radiation Biology and Protection include an unflinching look at current issues and radiation protection in practice. The radiation biology is clearly presented with numerous lucid illustrations, and a balanced perspective on radiation and its medical use is developed. To reinforce mathematical concepts for the student, dozens of practice exercises are strategically dispersed throughout the chapters, with answer keys provided in the appendix. Extensive review questions at the end of each chapter give a thorough, comprehensive review of the material learned. The Instructor Resources for Radiography in the Digital Age, available on disc, includes the answer key for all chapter review questions and a bank of over 1500 multiplechoice questions for instructors use. It also includes 35 laboratory exercises, including 15 that demonstrate the applications of CR equipment.
Review
A great feature of this book is the delineation and specificity of each chapter well organized and easy to follow. Pictures are used to great effect, adding context to the text. –David James Demick / Doody Enterprises / October 2018
Book reviewed by Dr. Silvia Pani, senior lecturer in applied radiation physics and programme director, MSc medical physics, University of Surrey. This textbook is aimed at radiography students and it builds on the author’s expertise in running radiography training programmes. It covers the foundation physics, technology and practical aspects of radiology, as well as image processing. It is divided into four parts. Part one lays the maths and physics foundations, delving gradually from general physics and atomic physics into the physical principles underlying x-ray production. Part two introduces the physics underpinning the formation of the radiographic image and discusses the effect of beam parameters and geometrical parameters on image quality. All these aspects are addressed with a very practical approach, with plenty of examples from real radiographic images. Practical aspects, such as patient handling and positioning, the effect of various pathologies on imaging, the use of AEC in a range of typical cases, are also discussed. Digital imaging is i
Release Date: 01-05-2018
Package Dimensions: 41x290x3047
