Handbook Of Medical Imaging

Part of a three-volume set that is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of medical imaging. As the 21st century begins, it is apparent that medical imaging is still undergoing rapid change, as evidenced by the research in these volumes. A little more than 100 years after the discovery of x-rays, this three-volume set is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the theory and current practice of Medical Imaging as we enter the 21st century. As evidenced by the variety of research described in these volumes, medical imaging is still undergoing very rapid change. In more than 50 chapters, well-known experts provide the most current information available for students, researchers and practitioners working in this exciting field. These useful volumes can be ordered as a set or individually.

Medical imaging is the technique, art and process of creation of visual representations of the body's interior section for clinical study and medical intervention. Current knowledge and practices related to medical imaging have significantly transformed from what existed a decade ago, right from the fundamentals, crucial breakthroughs to its potential of applications in the future. This book covers a wide horizon of topics which has engrossed the attention of medical imaging sciences; capturing the concept of medical diagnosis, digital information management and research. This book will serve as a valuable source of reference for radiologists, imaging specialists, physicists and researchers interested in various aspects of imaging.