The objective of this book is to provide a practical tool for those wanting to quickly acquire a broad base of knowledge in thoracic imaging. The content is limited to the essentials of chest radiology so as not to overwhelm the novice, yet provides enough detail that it can serve as a quick review for residents or practicing radiologists, a guide for those who teach thoracic imaging, and a reference for internists, pulmonologists, thoracic surgeons, critical care physicians, family practitioners, and other health care professionals whose patients undergo thoracic imaging procedures. What sets this book apart from other similar texts are (a) it is compact and of practical size for a resident to read during an initial 4-week chest radiology experience, (b) it closely follows an established cardiothoracic radiology curriculum, and (c) it provides an exercise for self-assessment.
This second edition carries over the pattern approach, use of mnemonics, and emphasis on chest radiograph/CT correlation. However, several changes were made to the first edition to reflect current technology (in particular, the introduction of fast multidetector CT scanning) and updated curricular guidelines. The specific behaviorally based learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter follow the 2005 revised curriculum on cardiothoracic radiology for diagnostic radiology residency developed by the Education Committee of the Society of Thoracic Radiology. A new chapter devoted to cardiac imaging reflects the increased cardiac content in the revised curriculum.
Nearly 800 new images were added to the second edition, many replacing those from the first edition that reflected older technology. All of the new figures were acquired and transferred to the publisher in digital format.
The content of the second edition was expanded to include the new classification of the idiopathic interstitial pneumonias, current techniques used to evaluate solitary pulmonary nodules, guidelines for management of small incidental nodules detected on chest CT, new World Health Organization classification of lung tumors, and numerous new imaging cases for self-assessment.
Many comments from readers of the first edition, particularly residents, were considered in preparing the second edition. Those parts of the first edition that were positively regarded, such as the self-assessment chapter, were expanded. A new section was added on 'Patterns of Lung Disease' to provide a one-stop guide to the recognition and understanding of the findings of honeycomb lung, cystic lung disease, interstitial nodules, mosaic lung attenuation, ground-glass opacification, and 'tree-in-bud' opacities on thin-section chest CT.
To address the inherent limitations in a book of 'essentials,' selected scientific literature and larger comprehensive textbooks are referenced at the end of each chapter for readers who want to broaden their foundation of knowledge. The interpretation of chest radiographs and CT scans does not always lend itself to a 'cookbook' approach, but as much as possible, this book attempts to provide a logical approach to learning that will not only prepare readers for but also stimulate them to pursue lifelong learning in chest radiology.
Book Review
As a teacher of chest imaging I was delighted to see the second edition of Chest Radiology: The Essentials. As in its first edition, the book is concise enough to read cover to cover in a short period of time yet comprehensive enough to include the essential aspects of thoracic imaging. The second edition includes needed updates and a large number of new images. It is an improved version of an excellent book.
The book is easy to read and provides the reader with the basic knowledge required to interpret the chest radiograph and the essential CT findings. The first two chapters illustrate normal anatomy and signs of disease. The remaining chapters follow the pattern approach, the optimal approach to reach a radiologic differential diagnosis. The book contains descriptions of the essential patterns, relevant illustrations, and the most important differential diagnostic considerations.
Each chapter starts by delineating the learning objectives. Chapters contain schematic drawings that greatly facilitate the understanding of the various radiologic signs and numerous tables that summarize the most common causes of any given radiographic abnormality. I particularly enjoyed Chapter 20, a self-assessment review that will be particularly helpful to residents and other physicians to evaluate their knowledge of the core aspects of chest imaging.
Both authors have completed the AJR Figley Fellowship in Radiology Journalism and have considerable teaching and publishing experience. In addition, Dr. Collins has a master's degree in education. The authors' backgrounds and talents as writers are reflected in the clear outline of the book's contents and the concise manner in which it provides a comprehensive review of the basics of chest radiology.
Book Details
This second edition carries over the pattern approach, use of mnemonics, and emphasis on chest radiograph/CT correlation. However, several changes were made to the first edition to reflect current technology (in particular, the introduction of fast multidetector CT scanning) and updated curricular guidelines. The specific behaviorally based learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter follow the 2005 revised curriculum on cardiothoracic radiology for diagnostic radiology residency developed by the Education Committee of the Society of Thoracic Radiology. A new chapter devoted to cardiac imaging reflects the increased cardiac content in the revised curriculum.
Nearly 800 new images were added to the second edition, many replacing those from the first edition that reflected older technology. All of the new figures were acquired and transferred to the publisher in digital format.
The content of the second edition was expanded to include the new classification of the idiopathic interstitial pneumonias, current techniques used to evaluate solitary pulmonary nodules, guidelines for management of small incidental nodules detected on chest CT, new World Health Organization classification of lung tumors, and numerous new imaging cases for self-assessment.
Many comments from readers of the first edition, particularly residents, were considered in preparing the second edition. Those parts of the first edition that were positively regarded, such as the self-assessment chapter, were expanded. A new section was added on 'Patterns of Lung Disease' to provide a one-stop guide to the recognition and understanding of the findings of honeycomb lung, cystic lung disease, interstitial nodules, mosaic lung attenuation, ground-glass opacification, and 'tree-in-bud' opacities on thin-section chest CT.
To address the inherent limitations in a book of 'essentials,' selected scientific literature and larger comprehensive textbooks are referenced at the end of each chapter for readers who want to broaden their foundation of knowledge. The interpretation of chest radiographs and CT scans does not always lend itself to a 'cookbook' approach, but as much as possible, this book attempts to provide a logical approach to learning that will not only prepare readers for but also stimulate them to pursue lifelong learning in chest radiology.
Jannette Collins, Eric J. Stern
As a teacher of chest imaging I was delighted to see the second edition of Chest Radiology: The Essentials. As in its first edition, the book is concise enough to read cover to cover in a short period of time yet comprehensive enough to include the essential aspects of thoracic imaging. The second edition includes needed updates and a large number of new images. It is an improved version of an excellent book.
The book is easy to read and provides the reader with the basic knowledge required to interpret the chest radiograph and the essential CT findings. The first two chapters illustrate normal anatomy and signs of disease. The remaining chapters follow the pattern approach, the optimal approach to reach a radiologic differential diagnosis. The book contains descriptions of the essential patterns, relevant illustrations, and the most important differential diagnostic considerations.
Each chapter starts by delineating the learning objectives. Chapters contain schematic drawings that greatly facilitate the understanding of the various radiologic signs and numerous tables that summarize the most common causes of any given radiographic abnormality. I particularly enjoyed Chapter 20, a self-assessment review that will be particularly helpful to residents and other physicians to evaluate their knowledge of the core aspects of chest imaging.
Both authors have completed the AJR Figley Fellowship in Radiology Journalism and have considerable teaching and publishing experience. In addition, Dr. Collins has a master's degree in education. The authors' backgrounds and talents as writers are reflected in the clear outline of the book's contents and the concise manner in which it provides a comprehensive review of the basics of chest radiology.
Nestor L. Maller MD, PhD, FRCPC
Professor and Chairman, Department of Radiology,
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Professor and Chairman, Department of Radiology,
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Book Details
- Hardcover: 432 pages
- Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2 edition (September 1, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0781763142
- ISBN-13: 9780781763141
- Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 0.8 inches
- List Price: $100.00