Written by Scott A. Lipson, MD, an authority in the field, this book is ideal for radiologists, radiology residents, and CT technologists who are getting started in multidetector CT or who want to improve and optimize their CT service. This concise guide and teaching file is the perfect introduction to MDCT volumetric imaging and 3D workstations. Intended to serve as a practical, easy-to-read systematic learning tool, the book begins by introducing the reader to the process of image data acquisition, CT protocols, image reconstruction and review, 3D workstations, clinical workstation use, and CT workflow efficiency. The second section of this book is a volumetric imaging teaching file. Cases are logically organized by imaging focus-vascular, pediatric, trauma, body, cardiac, orthopedic, and neuroimaging-and present the history, diagnosis, and clinical significance. Emphasis is placed on specific techniques and teaching points. With quick access in mind, this teaching file condenses the "must-know" information in MDCT volumetric imaging into one convenient source. A wealth of illustrations, many in color, and tables adds to the user-friendly design.

"This book is ideal for radiologists, radiology residents, and CT technologists who are getting started in multidetector CT or who want to improve and optimize their CT service. This concise guide and teaching file is the perfect introduction to MDCT volumetric imaging and 3D workstations. Designed as a practical, easy-to-read systematic learning tool, the book begins by introducing the reader to the process of image data acquisition, CT protocols, image reconstruction and review, 3D workstations, clinical workstation use, and CT workflow efficiency. The second part of this book presents volumetric imaging cases. Cases are organized in sections--vascular, body imaging, neuroimaging, orthopedics, pediatric, cardiac, and trauma--presenting the history, diagnosis, and clinical significance throughout. Cases emphasize specific techniques and teaching points. Intended for quick access, this teaching file condenses the "must-know" information in MDCT volumetric imaging into one convenient source. TOC:Part I: How-To Guide to Multidector CT and 3D Workstations.- Introduction.- MDCT Data Acquisition.- Delivery of Contrast Media for MDCT.- Image Reconstruction and Review.- 3D Workstations: Basic Principles and Pitfalls.- Guide to Clinical Workstation Use.- Efficient CT Workflow.- Part II: Volumetric Imaging Teaching File.- Vascular Imaging.- Pediatric Imaging.- Trauma Imaging.- Body Imaging.- Cardiac Imaging.- Orthopedic Imaging.- Neuroimaging.- Appendix: Sample CT Protocols."

How-to Guide to MDCT and 3D Workstations.- MDCT Data Acquisition.- Delivery of Contrast Media for MDCT.- Image Reconstruction and Review.- 3D Workstations: Basic Principles and Pitfalls.- Guide to Clinical Workstation Use.- Efficient CT Workflow.- Volumetric Imaging Teaching File.- Vascular Imaging.- Pediatric Imaging.- Trauma Imaging.- Body Imaging.- Cardiac Imaging.- Orthopedic Imaging.- Neuroimaging.