Medical Imaging: Clinical Applications (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781632426246)

The visual representation of the interior of the human body for the purpose of clinical analysis and for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases is achieved through medical imaging. It also allows the understanding of normal physiology and anatomy. Some medical imaging techniques are magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), endoscopy, positron emission tomography (PET), medical ultrasonography, etc. Volume rendering techniques are used to provide a 3D visualization of the body or region of the body under study. Imaging techniques such as MRI and PET are typically used in neuroscience and oncology. Medical imaging may be used also to gain insight into complications in pregnancy, routine prenatal care and intercurrent diseases. Medical imaging is also a major tool in clinical trials as it allows quick visualization and assessment. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the clinical applications of medical imaging. It aims to present researches that have transformed this discipline and aided its advancement. This book is a vital tool for all researching or studying this discipline as it gives incredible insights into emerging trends and concepts.

Author: Kenneth Washington
ISBN-10: 1632426242
ISBN-13: 9781632426246
Publisher: Foster Academics
Language: English
Published: 06/03/2019
Pages: 277
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.06lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.69d