Main description:

A comprehensive reference for current applications of MR imaging

This book is a comprehensive guide to the basic principles and clinical applications of MR imaging for all regions of the body. The opening chapter provides a thorough overview of the basic principles for MR imaging, contrast agents, risks and side effects associated with MR imaging, and common imaging artifacts. The remaining chapters address common pathological findings in the head and neck, thorax, female breast, abdomen, pelvis, lymph nodes, musculoskeletal system, and vessels. A final chapter discusses the applications of whole-body MRI, whole-body MR angiography, and high-field MRI at 3 T.

Features:

Clear guidelines on how to perform techniques, select the appropriate contrast media, attain the best images, and analyze the findings
More than 100 differential diagnosis tables that are ideal for at-a-glance review
Detailed comparisons of MR findings and findings using other modalities
1,350 high-quality images and illustrations demonstrating important concepts
Bulleted lists of "MRI Specifics" highlighting key points

This practical, user-friendly text is a valuable resource for residents and fellows in radiology. It is also an ideal reference for seasoned radiologists seeking to sharpen their MR diagnostic imaging skills.

Contents:

1 Basic Principles

Basic Principles of MRI

MRI Contrast Agents

Risks and Side Effects of MRI

Imaging Artifacts

2 Head and Neck

3 Chest

Heart

Mediastinum, Pleura, and Chest Wall

Lung and Tracheobronchial System

4 The Female Breast

Breast

Breast Implants

5 Abdomen

Liver

Pancreas

Biliary Tract

Spleen

Kidney and Urinary Tract

Adrenal Glands

Gastrointestinal Tract

6 Pelvis

Urinary Bladder

Pelvic Floor and Fistulas

Female Pelvis

Male Pelvis

7 Lymph Nodes

Normal Lymph Nodes

Abnormal Lymph Nodes

8 Peripheral Skeletal System

Bone and Soft-Tissue Tumors

Rheumatoid Diseases

Infectious Diseases of the Bone and Soft Tissues

Avascular Necrosis

Osteoporosis

Trauma

Joints

Bone Marrow

9 Vessels

Technique of Vascular Imaging

Cervical Vessels

Thoracic Vessels

Abdominal Vessels

Peripheral Vessels

10 Whole-Body MRI and MRA, High-Field MRI

Whole-Body MRI

Whole-Body MRA

High-Field MRI at 3 T