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**Pasquale De Marco** has written this book in a clear and concise style, with numerous illustrations and examples to help the reader understand the key concepts. The book is divided into 10 chapters, each of which covers a specific topic in chest X-ray interpretation.
Chapter 1 provides an overview of X-ray imaging basics, including the principles of X-ray production, the anatomy of a chest X-ray, and the different types of X-ray projections. Chapter 2 discusses the X-ray findings in pulmonary infections, including bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonia, and tuberculosis. Chapter 3 covers pulmonary edema, including its causes, symptoms, X-ray findings, and treatment.
Chapter 4 discusses interstitial lung diseases, a group of conditions that cause inflammation and scarring of the lung tissue. Chapter 5 discusses pleurisy, an inflammation of the pleura, the lining of the lungs and chest cavity. Chapter 6 discusses lung masses, including benign and malignant tumors.
Chapter 7 discusses mediastinal masses, which are abnormal growths in the mediastinum, the space between the lungs. Chapter 8 discusses chest trauma, including rib fractures, pneumothorax, and hemothorax. Chapter 9 discusses chest infections in immunocompromised hosts, such as patients with HIV/AIDS or cancer. Chapter 10 discusses advanced chest imaging techniques, such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear medicine imaging.
**Chest X-ray: A Guide to Patterns and Differential Diagnoses** is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn more about chest X-ray interpretation. It is a valuable tool for radiologists, pulmonologists, and other healthcare professionals who care for patients with chest diseases.
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Language : English
Dimensions : 6 x 9 inches
Pages : 176 pages
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