Core curriculum: cardiopulm imaging: a volume in the core curriculum series

Introducing a brand-new volume of The Core Curriculum &, a series of textbooks that are indispensable as both guides for radiology residents&, rotations and study tools for written boards or recertification exams. Each volume of The Core Curriculum examines one key area&,such as ultrasound, neuroradiology, musculoskeletal imaging, cardiopulmonary imaging, head-and-neck imaging, or interventional radiology&,and focuses on the essential information readers need to do well on the boards. The user-friendly presentation includes chapter outlines...tables...bulleted lists...boxed text...margin notes...key review points...hundreds of illustrations...and an easy-to-follow layout.

Basic Thoracic Anatomy and Physiology. Imaging Modalities and Applications. An Approach to Chest Radiograph Interpretation and Radiographic Signs. The Radiographic Report. Assessment of Errors and Accuracy. Infections in the Immunocompetent. Infections in the Non-AIDS Immunocompromised Host. Infections and AIDS. Lung Cancer Detection, Diagnosis & Staging. Other Thoracic Neoplasms. Mediastinal Masses. Thoracic Imaging in the Intensive Care Unit. Trauma. Congenital Abnormalities of the Lungs and Mediastinum. Thoracic Manifestations of Systemic Diseases. Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease. Imaging of Obstructive Lung Disease. The Airway. The Pleura. The Pericardium. Aorta. Congenital Heart Disease. Acquired Heart Disease: Radiography, CT and MR. Pulmonary Thromboembolic Disease. Interventional Techniques