Ultrasonography of the Pancreas: Imaging & Pathologic Correlations

• 1. Ultrasound Imaging.
• 2. Transabdominal Ultrasonography of the Pancreas.
• 3. Endoscopic Ultrasonography of the Pancreas.
• 4. Percutaneous Ultrasound Guided Interventional Procedures in Pancreatic Diseases.
• 5. Intraoperative Ultrasonography of the Pancreas.
• 6. Pancreatic Anatomy, Variants and Pseudolesions of the Pancreas.
• 7. Pancreatitis and Pseudocysts.
• 8. Solid Pancreatic Tumors.
• 9. Cystic Pancreatic Tumors.
• 10. Rare Pancreatic Tumors.
• 11. Imaging Correlation.
• 12. Pancreatic Lesions: Pathologic Correlations.
• 13. Clinical and Imaging Scenarios.
• 14. Flowcharts in Pancreatic Diseases.

Ultrasonography (US) has long been considered an important diagnostic imaging modality for investigation of the pancreas despite certain significant and well-known limitations. Indeed, in many countries US represents the first step in the diagnostic algorithm for pancreatic pathologies. Recent years have witnessed major advances in conventional, harmonic, and Doppler imaging.

New technologies, softwares, and techniques, such as volumetric imaging, enhancement quantification, and fusion imaging, are increasing the diagnostic capabilities of US. The injection of microbubble contrast agents allows better tissue characterization with definitive differentiation between solid and cystic lesions. Contrast-enhanced US improves the characterization of pancreatic tumors, assists in local and liver staging, and can offer savings in both time and money. Acoustic radiation force impulse (ARFI) imaging is a promising new US method to test, without manual compression, the mechanical strain properties of deep tissues. Furthermore, the applications and indications for interventional, endoscopic, and intraoperative US have undergone significant improvement and refinement.

Ultrasonography of the Pancreas: Imaging & Pathologic Correlations provides a complete overview of all these technological developments and their impact on the assessment of pancreatic pathologies. Percutaneous, endoscopic, and intraoperative US of the pancreas are discussed in detail, with precise description of findings and with informative imaging (CT and MRI) and pathologic correlations.

Key Features

• This volume presents a complete overview and precise description of recent developments in the array of different ultrasound methods for the study of the pancreas.
• New techniques are presented.
• New techniques are discussed.

About the Author

• G. B. Rossi University Hospital is a referral center specialized in pancreatic diseases. In 2006, the Department of Radiology performed more than 900 contrast-enhanced ultrasound examinations, half of which were for pancreatic pathologies, and 200 ultrasound-guided biopsies for pancreatic masses. 
• Dr D’Onofrio has renowned international experience in pancreatic disease management and in the use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound. All ultrasound studies of pancreatic lesions need to be correlated with the findings of other imaging modalities in order to reach a final diagnosis. A complete description of the correlations between ultrasound-imaging and ultrasound-pathologic findings will lead to an improvement of the diagnostic capability of ultrasound in studying pancreatic pathologies. Dr D’Onofrio has been working since 2004 as a university researcher in the Department of Radiology at the University of Verona in the University Hospital of G. B. Rossi. He has been an associate of SIRM (Italian Society of Medical Radiology) and AISP (Italian Association for the Study of the Pancreas) since 2002 and is a member of the editorial board of the official journal of SIRM. He has been a faculty member of IBISCUS (International Bracco Imaging School for Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound) since 2003. He is an associate of SIUMB (Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology) and EFSUMB (European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology) and a member of ESGAR (European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Imaging). He is the chairman for pancreatic applications of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in the EFSUMB guidelines and for the good clinical practice recommendation in contrast-enhanced ultrasound meetings update 2007. Dr D’Onofrio is author of more than 40 original papers in Italian and international medical journals and of 7 book chapters; he is also the author of the book Ecografia e procedure interventistiche percutanee, published by Springer in 2008. In addition, he is a reviewer for AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology, Pancreas, CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, BMC Cancer, and La Radiologia Medica.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 220 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (December 8, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8847023785
• ISBN-13: 978-8847023789
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 7.8 x 0.6 inches

List Price: $179.00 

 

Obstetric & Gynecologic Ultrasound: Case Review Series 2nd edition

• Section I: Opening Round.
• Section II: Fair Game.
• Section III: Challenge.

Obstetric & Gynecologic Ultrasound: Case Review Series 2nd edition by Karen L. Reuter and T. Kemi Babagbemi presents over 200 unknown cases-complete with over 350 state-of-the-art images, questions, answers, commentary, references, and more-to enhance your imaging interpretation skills in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound. Discussions incorporate the most recent knowledge from OB/GYN ultrasound literature, providing an excellent review for both residents and practitioners.


Book features:

• Follows the format of the Boards, and offers case studies similar to those likely to be found on exams, for a realistic preparation for the test-taking experience.
  
• Presents cases in 3 overall categories-from least to most difficult-to build your skills in a cumulative way.
  
• Offers cross references to Ultrasound: The Requisites, 2nd Edition so it's easy to find in-depth information on any subject.
  
• Features over 350 state-of-the-art images-many of them new to this edition-that capture the full range of imaging findings in obstetric in gynecologic ultrasound.
  

New in this edition:

• Places an increased emphasis on differential diagnosis, to help you distinguish specific diseases and disorders from others that have a similar sonographic presentation.
  
• Includes new coverage of: 
• abnormal IUD location,
• chorioangioma of the placenta,
• invasive molar pregnancy, 
• fetal tachycardia causing non-immune fetal hydrops, 
• vasa previa, 
• fetal arachnoid cyst, 
• amniotic sheet and amniotic band syndrome, 
• postmenopausal ovarian cyst, 
• autosomal recessive polycystic renal disease in the fetus, 
• bladder flap hematoma, 
• and more.
• Groups cases by topic for a more efficient, targeted review of information.
  

Book Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 2 edition (October 13, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323039766 
• ISBN-13: 9780323039765
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 7.9 x 0.6 inches

List Price: $49.95 
 

Allan: Clinical Ultrasound 3rd edition 2 Volume Set: Expert Consult: Online and Print

The new edition of Clinical Ultrasound has been thoroughly revised and up-dated by a brand new editorial team in order to incorporate the latest scanning technologies and their clinical applications in both adult and paediatric patients. With over 4,000 high quality illustrations, the book covers the entire gamut of organ systems and body parts where this modality is useful. It provides the ultrasound practitioner with a comprehensive, authoritative guide to image diagnosis and interpretation. Colour is now incorporated extensively throughout this edition in order to reflect the advances in clinical Doppler, power Doppler, contrast agents. Each chapter now follows a consistent organizational structure and now contains numerous summary boxes and charts in order to make the diagnostic process practical and easy to follow. Covering all of the core knowledge, skills and experience as recommended by the Royal College of Radiologists, it provides the Fellow with a knowledge base sufficient to pass professional certification examinations and provides the practitioner with a quick reference on all currently available diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound imaging procedures.
Contains over 4,000 high quality images (over 1,000 of which are in colour) to provide a comprehensive visual guide to help the practitioner identify and interpret diagnostic problems.
Practical considerations such as image interpretation, image optimization techniques, pitfalls in technical acquisition and interpretation stressed throughout provide the trainee and practitioner with a new and improved knowledge in order to optimize clinical decision-making.
Highlights the selection of other modalities (such as CT/MRI) whenever appropriate i.e. when there is a limited field of view or poor resolution and provides the user with a balanced perspective by referring to those occasions when ultrasound may not be the best modality to provide the best diagnostic information.

New to This Edition

• Three brand new editors and many new contributing authors bring a fresh perspective on the content.
• Authoritative coverage of the most recent advances and latest developments in cutting edge technologies such as: colour Doppler, power Doppler, 3D and 4D applications, harmonic imaging, high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) microbubble contrast agents, interventional ultrasound , laparoscopic ultrasound brings this edition right up to date in terms of the changes in technology and the increasing capabilities/applications of ultrasound equipment.
• New sections on musculoskeletal imaging.
• Addition of coloured text, tables, and charts throughout will facilitate quick review and enhance comprehension.
• Individual chapters organized around common template therefore establishing a consistent diagnostic approach throughout the text and making the information easier to retrieve.
• Access the full text online and download images via Expert Consult.

Author Information
By Paul L. Allan, BSc, DMRD, FRCR, FRCPE, Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Director of Radiology, Department of Medical Radiology, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK; Grant M. Baxter, MBChB, FRCR, Consultant Radiologist, Western Infirmary, Glasgow; Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Glasgow, UK and Michael J. Weston, MBChB, MRCP, FRCR, Consultant Radiologist, St. James's University Hospital, Leeds, UK.

Contents
Volume 1
Section One: Physics and Basic Principles

• Basic Physics of Medical Ultrasound
• Basic Equipment Components and Image Production
• Practical Ultrasound-using scanners and optimizing ultrasound images
• Safety
• Artefacts in B-mode Scanning
• Ultrasonic Contrast Agents

Section Two: Abdomen

• Liver: Anatomy and Scanning Techniques
• Liver: Diffuse Parenchymal Liver Disease
• Liver: Infections and Inflammations
• Focal Liver Lesions/Echo Enhancing Agents and the Liver
• Biopsy Techniques and RF Ablation
• Vascular Disorders of the Liver
• Liver Transplantation 

Section Three: Gallbladder and Bile Ducts

• Gallbladder and Billiary tree
• Intraoperative Ultrasound

Section Four: Pancreas and Spleen

• Pancreas
• Spleen

Section Five: Gastrointestinal Tract

• Oesophagus and Stomach
• Small Intestine
• Appendix, Colon and Rectum

Section Six: Kidneys and Urinary System

• Kidneys: Anatomy and Technique
• Pelvi-Ureteric Dilatation
• Medical Diseases of the Kidney
• Infectious Diseases of the Kidney
• Vascular Disorders of the Kidney
• Renal Cystic Disorders
• Solid Renal Masses
• Renal Transplantation
• Ultrasound of the bladder?
• The Prostate and Seminal Vesicles
• Diseases of the Testis and Epididymis
• Ultrasound of the Penis
• Adrenals

Section Seven: Gynaecology

• Pelvic Anatomy and Scanning Techniques
• Ovaries
• Uterus and Vagina
• Gynaecological Intervention Techniques
• Ultrasound Assessment of Fertility
• The First Trimester, Gynaecological aspects

VOLUME 2
Section Eight: Other Abdominal Applications

• The Abdominal Aorta and Inferior Vena Cava
• Abdominal Wall, Peritoneum, Retroperitoneum
• Abdominal Trauma
• Interventional Ultrasound in the Abdomen

Section Nine: Head and Neck

• Thyroid and Parathyroid
• Ultrasound of the Neck
• Cervical Lymph nodes
• The Eye and Orbit
• Carotids, Vertebrals and TCD

Section Ten: Chest and Breast

• Breast
• Lung, Pleura and Chest Wall

Section Eleven: Musculoskeletal System

• Musculoskeletal Ultrasound - Introduction
• Ultrasound of the Shoulder
• Ultrasound of the Elbow
• Ultrasound of the Wrist and Hand
• Ultrasound of the Adult Hip and Groin
• Ultrasound of the Knee
• Ultrasound of the Ankle and Foot
• Ultrasound of Soft Tissue Masses
• Ultrasound Imaging in Rheumatological Disease
• Sonography of Muscle Injury
• Ultrasound of the Peripheral Nerves
• Interventional Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Section Twelve: Peripheral Arteries and Veins

• Peripheral Arteries
• Peripheral Veins
• Section Thirteen: Paediatric Aspects
• The Neonatal Brain
• Head and Neck Masses in Children
• The Infant Spine
• Paediatric Chest
• Paediatric Liver and Bile Ducts, Gallbladder, Spleen and Pancreas
• Paediatric Bowel and Mesentery
• The Paediatric Renal Tract and Adrenal Gland
• The Paediatric Uterus, Ovaries and Testes
• Paediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging

Book Details

• Hardcover: 1624 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 3 edition (April 28, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0702031313
• ISBN-13: 978-0702031311
• Product Dimensions: 13.4 x 10.4 x 6 inches

List Price: $358.00

Wakefield: Essential Applications of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Rheumatology: Expert Consult Premium Edition: Enhanced Online Features and Print

Essential Applications of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Rheumatology, by Richard Wakefield & Maria Antonietta D'Agostino, assists you in most effectively using musculoskeletal ultrasound to diagnose and monitor the progression of rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, and other rheumatic and soft tissue disorders. Sponsored by the European League against Rheumatism (EULAR), it is the first reference that attempts to set rigorous guidelines for how and when to use musculoskeletal ultrasound in the evaluation of these cases. At expertconsult.com you can reference the complete contents online, along with an image gallery, supplemental video stills and clips, and clinical cases with companion assessment questions.

Book features

• Detect rheumatic diseases much earlier using musculoskeletal ultrasound, and monitor their progression more accurately, with reliable, expert guidance from internationally renowned authorities.
• Visualize the imaging presentation of a full range of rheumatic diseases with a wealth of full-color illustrations.
• Apply rigorous, consistent guidelines on how and when to use musculoskeletal ultrasound.
• Access the complete contents online at expertconsult.com, along with an image gallery, supplemental video stills and clips, and clinical cases with companion assessment questions.

Identify & track disease progression in new, exciting, and effective ways.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 392 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 1 Har/Psc edition (July 15, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1437701272
• ISBN-13: 978-1437701272
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 0.8 inches

List Price: $199.00

Practical Ultrasound in Anesthesia for Critical Care and Pain Management

The uses and applications of medical ultrasound are increasing, particularly outside traditional areas of radiology practice. Anesthesiology critical care and pain management are no exception. Just about every invasive procedure in the body can potentially be enhanced by the use of ultrasound. The introduction of small, portable, easy-to-use, and relatively inexpensive ultrasound machines has accelerated the use of such devices at the bedside by specialists in anesthesiology and related disciplines.
Similar changes are occurring in other specialties such as surgery, accident and emergency medicine, and gastroenterology. Nevertheless, the use of such devices outside radiology has not met with universal approval. Issues of competency, training, and accreditation have all been raised and are clearly important as these techniques enter mainstream practice.
This book provide core knowledge of how to use ultrasound devices safely. The main areas where such techniques are to be used include the vascular system, the nervous system, the heart, the respiratory system, and miscellaneous other areas of the body. This will be of value to anesthesiologists and critical care physicians. Pain specialists will be interested in applications for nerve blocks.

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Anatomy and Technique

Ultrasound is an excellent imaging modality in the evaluation of the musculoskeletal system. It can, however, be intimidating due to the vast array of anatomy that is present and the different techniques and dynamic maneuvers required for a complete study. Many of the excellent musculoskeletal ultrasound texts have opening chapters on technique and anatomy, but the main aim of these texts is to describe the multitude of musculoskeletal pathology and its ultrasound appearance. Often it is necessary to use an anatomy reference text and atlas in addition to these texts. In this book we address the relevant anatomy of the musculoskeletal system by providing a detailed review of the anatomy relevant to that area followed by its normal ultrasound appearance. Anatomy is aided by multiple color illustrations, line drawings, magnetic resonance images, and anatomy review tables. Particular points of interest are highlighted in “Insider Information” boxes.

Gress: Endoscopic Ultrasonography 2nd edition

• 1 Endoscopic Ultrasonography at the Beginning: a Personal History.
• 2 Basic Principles and Fundamentals of EUS Imaging.
• 3 EUS Instruments, Room Setup and Assistants.
• 4 EUS Procedure: Consent and Sedation.
• 5 The EUS Report.
• 6 Radial EUS: Normal Anatomy.
• 7 Linear Array EUS: Normal Anatomy.
• 8 Fundamentals of EUS-FNA.
• 9 EUS-FNA Cytology: Material Preparation and Interpretation.
• 10 High-Frequency Ultrasound Probes.
• 11 EUS: Applications in the Mediastinum.
• 12 EUS for Esophageal Cancer.
• 13 EUS of the Stomach and Duodenum.
• 14 Gastrointestinal Subepithelial Masses.
• 15 Diagnosis and Staging of Solid Pancreatic Neoplasms.
• 16 EUS for Pancreatic Cysts.
• 17 Endoscopic Ultrasound for Pancreatitis.
• 18 Endoscopic Ultrasound for Biliary Disease.
• 19 Colorectal Endoscopic Ultrasound.
• 20 Therapeutic Endoscopic Ultrasound.
• 21 Training in Endoscopic Ultrasound.
• 22 The Future of Endoscopic Ultrasound.
• Index.

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) was first conceptualized almost 30 years ago during the early years of endoscopy and was developed in an attempt to improve ultrasound imaging of the pancreas. The first EUS prototype was designed and manufactured in the early 1980s. Since that first prototype, endoscopic ultrasoundhas evolved into an accepted and valuable endoscopic modality and subsequently, a therapeutic modality for the management of many gastrointestinal disorders. EUS is now entering a new era in which the procedure is leaving the confines of specialized tertiary referral centers and academic institutions, and becoming disseminated in community based hospitals throughout the world.

Additionally, the technology is now progressing from that of diagnosis and staging, to a more interventional therapeutic role. This 2nd Edition of Endoscopic Ultrasonography improves the training and dissemination of EUS by providing interested gastrointestinal endoscopists with an authoritative, yet practical, approach to the role of EUS in the management of specific digestive disorders. The primary purposes of this text are to first, allow a complete and thorough understanding of the currentstate of endoscopic ultrasonography and second, help guide the reader in learning both basic and advanced endoscopic ultrasound techniques. Both diagnostic and therapeutic applications of endoscopic ultrasonography are thoroughly reviewed. 

The target audience for this text includes all gastroenterologists and trainees wishing to know more about endoscopic ultrasound and its role in managing digestive disorders. This work will also be of interest to gastrointestinal surgeons, surgical residents, medical housestaff and internists, pulmonary physicians, and oncologists who deal with gastrointestinal malignancies. For those interested in learning or training in endoscopic ultrasound, the text provides a technical “how to” approach to learning this advanced endoscopic procedure.

This 2nd edition brings many new and exciting changes and additions to the text including new chapters on the history of EUS, and several chapters on the emerging field of therapeutic EUS. We have also continued to emphasize a practical “how to” > approach to learning endoscopic ultrasound and have made great efforts to present each chapter in extensive detail. Each chapter individually discusses a specific aspect of EUS as it relates to a particular gastrointestinal disorder or organ system. The experts who have graciously contributed to the book have identified up to date current references in their chapters and more importantly, have purposefully included their own particular styles, practices, and opinions as to how EUS should be performed. This individualized approach provides a diverse introduction to the role of EUS in gastroenterology today without obscuring key concepts in both the theory and performance of this procedure.

Key Features

• An established, comprehensive teaching text for all those using endoscopic ultrasonography with over 250 images.
• Provides detailed instructions on the therapeutic aspects of endoscopic ultrasonography.
• New edition covers the most recent advances in the field.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 216 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (April 14, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1405157224
• ISBN-13: 978-1405157223
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.7 x 0.7 inches

List Price: $99.95 

Fundamentals in Oncologic Ultrasound: Sonographic Imaging and Intervention in the Cancer Patient

The content of Fundamentals in Oncologic Ultrasound goes far beyond a narrow interpretation of the title, in that a wide range of non-tumour conditions is included and illustrated – in fact, wherever a non-tumour mass should be considered as part of the differential diagnosis, it is covered in detail here. This means that it will be indispensable to all clinics using ultrasound in general imaging. A wide-ranging introductory section covers the basics of ultrasound interpretation, including grey scale and Doppler, as well as microbubble contrast agents. In addition, unusually, there is a detailed discussion of the pros and cons of ultrasound compared with other imaging techniques, and a discussion of the benefits and dangers of screening, a topic that is often short-changed. There is also an important discussion of the use of imaging in evaluating response to treatment. As well as sections on the abdomen and superficial structures such as the head and neck, and the breast, there are sections on the genitourinarytract and one on the use of ultrasound to guide interventional procedures, including ablation techniques.

Interventional Ultrasound of the Breast

All patients referred to breast clinics should be examined by specialists who are trained to perform the ‘triple assessment’ of the patients breasts. The competencies to perform the three aspects of the triple assessment have been identified, and the Royal College of Radiologists have done the same for breast sonography and U/S guided biopsies. There is, therefore, no reason why the patient cannot have the triple assessment done by the same practitioner. The background of that individual can be either doctor, surgeon or radiologist, or a nurse or radiographer.
This book covers all you need to know about how to examine the breast, biopsy and remove lesions within it assisted by Ultra-sound. Becoming accredited in advanced breast U/S can then be achieved by attendance on a recognised course with assessment of competence once the training has been completed.
Interventional Ultrasound of the Breast, written by a collection of well-established and respected authors from the UK’s leading cancer centres, is an invaluable reference for all medical and clinical oncologists, breast surgeons and radiologists.

Callen: Ultrasonography in Obstetrics and Gynecology 5th edition

Make optimal use of the latest diagnostic and interventional ultrasound applications in your practice! This new edition of the world's best-selling reference on obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound guides you through all of the newest ultrasound technologies, enabling you to diagnose problems accurately. The entire book has been radically updated by many new contributors to reflect all of the most recent advances, including greatly expanded information on 3-D ultrasound and the latest generation of ultrasound scanners, as well as significantly increased discussions of gynecologic ultrasound. What's more, over 2,400 digital-quality images - 1,050 in full color - capture the characteristic appearance of a full range of ultrasound findings, and a new full-color format makes reference easier than ever. The result is an essential purchase for everyone who uses ultrasound for fetal and gynecologic diagnosis and treatment.

Book Features

• Get dependable guidance on any clinical issue or challenge by consulting the world's most popular, trusted reference on ob/gyn ultrasound!
• Obtain optimal results by applying the masterful expertise of world-renowned authority Peter W. Callen, MD, as well as a care of other top specialists on the diagnostic and interventional applications of ultrasound.

New to this edition

• Make optimal use of all of the latest developments, including 3-D ultrasound, the use of the latest generation of ultrasound scanners, the growing role of ultrasound in gynecologic imaging.
• Diagnose with confidence by comparing your imaging findings to more than 2,400 digital-quality images - 1,050 in full color - that depict the complete range of normal and abnormal imaging presentations.
• Locate information more quickly thanks to a new highly templated, full-color format.
• Visualize key anatomic details more clearly with hundreds of medical illustrations redrawn in full color. 

About the Author
Peter W. Callen, MD, Professor of Radiology, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Department of Radiology, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, San Francisco, CA.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1180 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 5 edition (November 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1416032649
• ISBN-13: 978-1416032649
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 2.1 inches

List Price: $134.00

Rumack: Diagnostic Ultrasound 4th edition 2 Volume Set

Diagnostic Ultrasound, edited by Carol M. Rumack, Stephanie R. Wilson, J. William Charboneau, and Deborah Levine, presents a greater wealth of authoritative, up-to-the-minute guidance on the ever-expanding applications of this versatile modality than you'll find in any other single source. Preeminent experts help you reap the fullest benefit from the latest techniques for ultrasound imaging of the whole body...image-guided procedures...fetal, obstetric, and pediatric imaging...and more.

This completely updated 4th Edition encompasses all of the latest advances, including 3-D and 4-D imaging, fetal imaging, contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of the liver and digestive tract, and much more - all captured through an abundance of brand-new images. And now, video clips for virtually every chapter allow you to see the sonographic presentation of various conditions in real time!

Book Features

• Compare your findings to approximately 5,000 outstanding imaging examples (1,150 in full color).
• Gain valuable diagnostic tips and insights from the most respected experts in the field.

New to this edition

• See the sonographic presentation of various conditions in real time, thanks to video clips accompanying virtually every chapter!
• Master all of the latest US applications, including the newest developments in 3-D and 4-D imaging, fetal imaging, contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of the liver and digestive tract, and much more.
• View state-of-the-art examples of all imaging findings with more than 70% new illustrations in the obstetrics section (including correlations with fetal MRI), and more than 20% new images throughout the rest of the contents.
• The best-selling reference in Diagnostic Ultrasound, completely revised and updated with new images and expanded use of video clips.

About the Author

• Carol M. Rumack, MD, FACR, Professor of Radiology and Pediatrics, Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education, University of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, CO. 
• Stephanie R. Wilson, MD, Professor of Medical Imaging and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto; Head, Section of Ultrasound, Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 
• J. William Charboneau, MD, Professor of Radiology, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
• Deborah Levine.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 2192 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 4 edition (2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323053971
• ISBN-13: 978-0323053976 
• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.2 x 4.4 inches

List Price: $349.00 

 

Ultrasound Diagnostics of Thyroid Diseases

Thyroid disease is the second most common type of endocrine pathology, only surpassed in prevalence by diabetes mellitus. Thyroid abnormalities are found in 8–20% of adults worldwide. In the endemic regions, the prevalence of such abnormalities is thought to be higher and exceeds 50%. Thyroid malignancies constitute 1–3% of all cancers with an average incidence in the world of 1.1 in 100,000 men and 3.8 in 100,000 women in 2008. Among the population of radionuclide polluted regions, this figure reaches 14 in 100,000. Recent research reveals a trend toward an increased incidence of thyroid pathology, including thyroid cancer, practically in all regions of the globe.
The diagnosis of thyroid diseases has been constantly improving due to the scientific development and technological advances in diagnostic equipment. The diagnostic value of visualization of the thyroid gland is method-dependent. In this regard, proper selection of a diagnostic procedure permits precise diagnosis while minimizing the cost and reducing the time to diagnosis. Minimally invasive surgical intervention is a promising tool in the treatment of thyroid diseases. Its feature is selective manipulation of the thyroid lesions and concomitant avoidance of damage to the surrounding tissue. The use of US guidance during such procedure allows to assess the operation course, predict the efficacy, and provide patient follow-up. This book we present and analyze certain debatable and unresolved problems and prospects of early, specific, and differential diagnosis of thyroid disease with the use of complex US.

High-resolution Ultrasonography for Peripheral Nerve Diagnostics: A Guide for Clinicians Involved in Diagnosis and Management of Peripheral Nerve Disorders

The clinical neurophysiologist is primarily concerned with being able to provide an accurate diagnosis. Defining the location and extent of a lesion is achieved through a detailed clinical examination with judicious application of additional tests of nervous function. The role of nerve conduction studies and the related techniques of EMG evoked potentials in providing further functional information has been well established. Recently, however, technical advances in imaging techniques have enhanced the scope for providing the clinician with much-improved anatomical information regarding disorders of the peripheral nervous system. The technical advances of high resolution ultrasonography (HRU) have been nothing less than spectacular, enabling hugely improved depiction of peripheral nervous structures in a three-dimensional setting. This technique is set to progress rapidly and become an established adjunct of the clinical neurophysiologist. Combination with color Doppler allows integration of additional information on the vascular supply of the peripheral nerves.
However, the main advance brought about by HRU is that it enables accurate localization of peripheral nerve disorders. In addition, it is cheap and readily available, in contradistinction to the costly MRI techniques. A further advantage is that it allows dynamic, real time injections of nerves, which are frequently performed by anesthetists.

Endoscopic Ultrasonography 2nd edition

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) was first conceptualized almost 30 years ago during the early years of endoscopy and was developed in an attempt to improve ultrasound imaging of the pancreas. The fi st EUS prototype was designed and manufactured in the early 1980s. Since that first prototype, endoscopic ultrasound has evolved into an accepted and valuable endoscopic modality and subsequently, a therapeutic modality for the management of many gastrointestinal disorders. EUS is now entering a new era in which the procedure is leaving the confines of specialized tertiary referral centers and academic institutions, and becoming disseminated in community based hospitals throughout the world. Additionally, the technology is now progressing from that of diagnosis and staging, to a more interventional therapeutic role.
The Author hope that his 2nd Edition of Endoscopic Ultrasonography improves the training and dissemination of EUS by providing interested gastrointestinal endoscopists with an authoritative, yet practical, approach to the role of EUS in the management of specific digestive disorders. The primary purposes of this text are to first, allow a complete and thorough understanding of the current state of endoscopic ultrasonography and second, help guide the reader in learning both basic and advanced endoscopic ultrasound techniques. Both diagnostic and therapeutic applications of endoscopic ultrasonography are thoroughly reviewed.
The target audience for this text includes all gastroenterologists and trainees wishing to know more about endoscopic ultrasound and its role in managing digestive disorders. This work will also be of interest to gastrointestinal surgeons, surgical residents, medical housestaff and internists, pulmonary physicians, and oncologists who deal with gastrointestinal malignancies. For those interested in learning or training in endoscopic ultrasound, the text provides a technical “how to” approach to learning this advanced endoscopic procedure.
This 2nd edition brings many new and exciting changes and additions to the text including new chapters on the history of EUS, and several chapters on the emerging field of therapeutic EUS. We have also continued to emphasize a practical “how to” > approach to learning endoscopic ultrasound and have made great efforts to present each chapter in extensive detail. Each chapter individually discusses a specific aspect of EUS as it relates to a particular gastrointestinal disorder or organ system. The experts who have graciously contributed to the book have identified up to date current references in their chapters and more importantly, have purposefully included their own particular styles, practices, and opinions as to how EUS should be performed. This individualized approach provides a diverse introduction to the role of EUS in gastroenterology today without obscuring key concepts in both the theory and performance of this procedure.
Most of the contributors are either the “first-generation” pioneers of endosonograpy or “second-generation” protégés of those pioneers. They have contributed significantly to the field of gastrointestinal endosonography and have proven track records as clinicians, investigators, and educators. Their collective experience in applying endoscopic ultrasonography in the management of gastrointestinal diseases is unsurpassed. A tremendous amount of effort on the part of each individual author has led to this new 2nd edition. They are the true masters of gastrointestinal endoscopy.

Contents
1 Endoscopic Ultrasonography at the Beginning: a Personal History
2 Basic Principles and Fundamentals of EUS Imaging
3 EUS Instruments, Room Setup and Assistants
4 EUS Procedure: Consent and Sedation
5 The EUS Report
6 Radial EUS: Normal Anatomy
7 Linear Array EUS: Normal Anatomy
8 Fundamentals of EUS-FNA
9 EUS-FNA Cytology: Material Preparation and Interpretation
10 High-Frequency Ultrasound Probes
11 EUS: Applications in the Mediastinum
12 EUS for Esophageal Cancer
13 EUS of the Stomach and Duodenum
14 Gastrointestinal Subepithelial Masses
15 Diagnosis and Staging of Solid Pancreatic Neoplasms
16 EUS for Pancreatic Cysts
17 Endoscopic Ultrasound for Pancreatitis
18 Endoscopic Ultrasound for Biliary Disease
19 Colorectal Endoscopic Ultrasound
20 Therapeutic Endoscopic Ultrasound
21 Training in Endoscopic Ultrasound
22 The Future of Endoscopic Ultrasound
Index

Book Details
Hardcover: 216 pages
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (April 13, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1405157224
ISBN-13: 978-1405157223

General & Vascular Ultrasound: Case Review Series 2nd edition

General & Vascular Ultrasound: Case Review Series 2nd edition by William D. Middleton presents over 200 unknown cases-complete with over 350 state-of-the-art images, questions, answers, commentary, references, and more-to enhance your imaging interpretation skills in general and vascular ultrasound. Discussions incorporate the most recent knowledge from the literature in this field, providing an excellent review for both residents and practitioners.

Book features:

• Follows the format of the Boards, and offers case studies similar to those likely to be found on exams, for a realistic preparation for the test-taking experience.
  
• Presents cases in 3 overall categories-from least to most difficult-to build your skills in a cumulative way.
  
• Offers cross references to Ultrasound: The Requisites, 2nd Edition, so it's easy to find in-depth information on any subject.
  

New in this edition:

• Offers 20 new case studies, including emphysematous pyelonephritis/pyelitis, xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis, subcutaneous lipoma, upper extremity DVT, and renal duplication.
  
• Places an increased emphasis on differential diagnosis, to help you distinguish specific diseases and disorders from others that have a similar sonographic presentation.
  
• Features new images and color illustrations throughout the text.
  
• Groups cases by topic for a more efficient, targeted review of information.
  

About the Author
William D. Middleton, MD, Associate Professor of Radiology, Chief of Ultrasound, Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, St Louis, MO.

Book Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
  
• Publisher: Mosby; 2 edition (January 19, 2007)
  
• Language: English
  
• ISBN-10: 1416039899
  
• ISBN-13: 9781416039891
  
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
  
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Ultrasound: The Requisites 2nd edition

Ultrasound: The Requisites 2nd edition by William D. Middleton and Alfred B. Kurtz presents all of the core knowledge in general, vascular, and obstetric/gynecologic ultrasound. It covers everything from basic principles through state-of-the-art tech-niques, with a focus on the specific information needed to pass the boards and practice radiology. Concise but compre-hensive, it is extremely easy to read, with abundant charts and lists to summarize important facts at a glance.

Book features:

• Displays a full range of images for each type of abnormality, helping readers to recognize the range of sonographic findings.
  
• Covers both general & vascular with obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound, for convenient "one-stop" reference.
  
• Offers an organization that parallels Ultrasound: Case Review, making it easy for readers to practice applying the information they've learned.
  

New in this edition:

• Offers new chapters on Practical Physics • Lower Genitourinary • General Abdomen • Neck & Chest • and Extremities, covering the latest ultrasound topics and techniques.
  
• Presents new discussions of nuchal translucency, cystic adenomatoid malformation, and ectopic pregnancy in the obstetrics and gynecology chapters.
  
• Features almost completely new images-148 now in full color-all captured with state-of-the-art equipment for optimal clarity.
  

About the Author
William D. Middleton, MD, FACR, Professor of Radiology, Section of Abdominal Imaging and Diagnostic Ultrasound, Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, St.Louis, MO; Alfred B. Kurtz, MD, Professor of Radiology, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA; and Barbara S. Hertzberg, MD, Professor of Radiology, Associate Professor of Obststrics and Gynecology, Co-Director, Fetal Diagnostic Center, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 624 pages
  
• Publisher: Mosby; 2 edition (December 31, 2003)
  
• Language: English
  
• ISBN-10: 0323017029
  
• ISBN-13: 9780323017022
  
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 1.3 inches
  
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