Main description:

Written by topic experts, this new edition of Farr's Physics for Medical Imaging is designed specifically for trainee radiologists preparing for the physics component of their FRCR exams.

The book effectively explains the principles and techniques behind the most common forms of medical imaging, including X-ray, CT, ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, and fluoroscopy.

Trainee radiologists and radiographers will find this an easy to understand and useful adjunct to their exam preparation - even those who haven't studied physics since school.

Designed for those studying for their FRCR part 1 exams - covers everything you need to know
Easy to read and navigate, suitable for those with varying levels of physics knowledge
Written by topic experts - physicists and a radiologist, to make the information more accessible to radiology trainees
Clear line drawings and sample images illustrate the principles discussed

Fully revised and updated
Reflects changes to the FRCR examination
Increased amount of clinical content
Covers new legislation concerning radiological safety
New chapter on radiology information technology

Contents:

1 Radiation physics

2 Radiation hazards and protection

3 Imaging with X-rays

4 Film-screen radiography (potentially to be deleted or significantly shortened)

5 Digital radiography

6 Fluroscopy

7 Computed tomography

8 Gamma imaging

9 Imaging with ultrasound

10 Magnetic resonance imaging

Potential new chapters on: Optical imaging and a separate chapter for PET-CT content as will need to be expanded significantly.