Opis: Imaging of the Pancreas - Procacci

Using numerous high-quality illustrations, this volume assesses strengths and limitations of techniques for the imaging of pancreatitis. Ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and interventional imaging are considered separately in the settings of acute and chronic pancreatitis, with an additional section on imaging of complications. The significance of the imaging findings for clinical and therapeutic decision making is clearly explained, and protocols are provided to help obtain the best possible images. From the reviews: "I was very keen to read the book. ... This is a scholarly book, beautifully illustrated and well referenced. ... The text is divided into sections on ... acute and chronic pancreatitis. Chapters in each section are written by different authors and there is a strong emphasis on clinical aspects. ... This book can be recommended ... ." (Philip Shorvon, RAD Magazine, November, 2009) "The title of the book summarises well the goals that the editors and their team of experts from both sides of the Atlantic wanted to reach. Acute, traumatic and chronic diseases of the pancreas and their complications are discussed in 20 chapters and 390 pages plus a well structured subject index. ... In summary, this book will be of great help to all those who have to deal with problematic and difficult cases and care for patients affected by acute or chronic pancreatitis ... ." (Giampiero Beluffi, La Radiologia Medica, Vol. 115, January, 2010)Pathophysiology of Acute Pancreatitis.- Clinical Aspects of Acute Pancreatitis: Features, Prognosis and Use of Imaging Findings in Therapeutic Decision Making.- The Role of Ultrasound .- The Role of Computed Tomography.- The Role of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Magnetic Resonance Cholangio-Pancreatography.-Imaging of Pancreatic Trauma.-Pathophysiology of Chronic Pancreatitis.- Clinical Aspects of Chronic Pancreatitis: Features and Prognosis.- Pathological Findings in Chronic Pancreatitis.- The Role of Ultrasound and Endoscopic Ultrasound.-The Role of CT .- The Role of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Magnetic Resonance.- The Role of ERCP.- Pathophysiology of Complications of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis.- Clinical Aspects of Complications: Features and Prognosis.- Imaging of Pseudocysts .- Imaging of Biliary and Vascular Complications.- Imaging of Local Extension and Fistulas.- Chronic Pancreatitis Versus Pancreatic Tumors.- Clinical Perspective.- The Role of Endoscopy .- Surgical Perspective.- Subject Index.- List of Contributors.

Szczegóły: Imaging of the Pancreas - Procacci

Tytuł: Imaging of the Pancreas
Autor: Procacci
Producent: Springer Verlag
ISBN: 9783540002819
Rok produkcji: 2004
Ilość stron: 414
Oprawa: Twarda
Waga: 1.32 kg

Recenzje: Imaging of the Pancreas - Procacci