Diagnostic Imaging: Genitourinary

Diagnostic Imaging: Genitourinary, fourth edition, is a comprehensive resource for general radiologists and trainees, providing up-to-date information on recent advances in technology and the understanding of GU diseases and disorders. It features over 2,500 images, 500 additional images and video clips online, and updates from cover to cover, including updated Bosniak 2019 criteria, PI-RADS v2.1 terminology, cancer staging chapters, interventional techniques, contrast agent guidelines, and new chapters on transgender imaging.

Format: Hardback
Length: 665 pages
Publication date: 14 February 2022
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Diagnostic Imaging: Genitourinary, fourth edition, is a comprehensive and invaluable resource for general radiologists and trainees, as well as anyone who requires an easily accessible, highly visual reference on today's genitourinary (GU) imaging. Authored by Drs. Ghaneh Fananapazir, Bryan R. Foster, and a team of highly regarded experts, this edition provides up-to-date information on recent advances in technology and the understanding of GU diseases and disorders, empowering readers to make informed decisions at the point of care.

The text is lavishly illustrated, delineated, and referenced, making it a useful learning tool as well as a handy reference for daily practice. Serving as a one-stop resource for key concepts and information on GU imaging, this edition features a wealth of new material and content updates throughout. With over 2,500 images (state-of-the-art cross-sectional imaging, full-color medical illustrations, radiologic images, clinical photographs, H&E stains, and gross pathology photographs), plus 500 additional images and video clips online, readers have access to a vast array of visual aids to enhance their understanding of the subject.

In addition, the book undergoes updates from cover to cover, including updated Bosniak 2019 criteria, PI-RADS v2.1 terminology, updated cancer staging chapters, new interventional techniques, new contrast agent guidelines, and new chapters on transgender imaging. A new 10-chapter section on kidney transplant, including post-transplant procedures, is also included, making this edition an essential resource for healthcare professionals involved in this field.

Covering a wide range of topics, including renal biopsy, percutaneous genitourinary interventions, kidney ablation/embolization, and venous sampling and venography, this edition provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of GU imaging. Typical and variant findings, GU anatomy, physiology, imaging protocols, and work-ups are all addressed in detail, along with new developments in diagnostic criteria and terminology.

The text is presented in a concise and templated format, using bullet points and short paragraphs to facilitate quick comprehension. This approach makes it particularly useful for busy practitioners who need to quickly reference information on GU imaging.

In conclusion, Diagnostic Imaging: Genitourinary, fourth edition, is an indispensable resource for general radiologists, trainees, and healthcare professionals seeking to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in GU imaging. With its comprehensive coverage, lavish illustrations, and user-friendly format, this book is an invaluable tool for anyone who requires an easily accessible, highly visual reference on this fast-changing field.

Weight: 2228g
Dimension: 289 x 226 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323796057
Edition number: 4 ed