[Features]
Provides a wide-ranging overview of the latest research in CT
Includes contributions from experts and pioneers in the field
Discusses the risks of CT, especially in pediatric patients
Presents extensive references at the end of each chapter to enhance further study
Includes contributions from experts and pioneers in the field
Discusses the risks of CT, especially in pediatric patients
Presents extensive references at the end of each chapter to enhance further study
[Summary]
This book covers the engineering and clinical benefits in diagnosis of human pathologies, including the protocols and potential of advanced tomography scanning with very high quality CT images. With contributions from world-class experts, the book examines all aspects of CT technologies related to the neck and brain, the cardiovascular system, the thorax, the abdomen and GI system, the pelvis and urinary system, and the musculoskeletal system. It also provides coverage of CAD applications to CT along with a discussion of the potential dangers of CT in terms of over-radiation, particularly related to children.
