{"product_id":"practical-veterinary-diagnostic-imaging-isbn-9780470656488","title":"Practical Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePractical Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential and practical guide to the various diagnostic imaging modalities that are used in veterinary practice. It moves from basic mathematic and physical principles through to discussion of equipment and practical methods. Radiographic techniques for both small and large animals are covered. There is a separate chapter devoted to ultrasound, as well as discussion of advanced imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy, computerised tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. The book also covers legislation and safety issues in the context of their impact on the veterinary practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented with clear line diagrams and photographs, \u003ci\u003ePractical Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging\u003c\/i\u003e also provides revision points and self-assessment questions in each chapter to aid study. It is an ideal guide for student and qualified veterinary nurses. It is also a useful reference for veterinary students and veterinarians in general practice who want a basic guide to radiography and other imaging modalities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEverything you need to know about diagnostic imaging in veterinary practice in a language you can easily understand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe basic principles of physics presented in simple terms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImproves your positioning techniques with practical tips for best practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear guidance on the use of digital imaging to improve image quality and reduce radiation doses to patients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompanion website with additional resources (available at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.wiley.com\/go\/easton\/diagnosticimaging\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewww.wiley.com\/go\/easton\/diagnosticimaging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFigure Acknowledgements xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Essential Mathematics and Physics 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatter, energy, power and heat 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnits and prefixes used in radiography 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiological units 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUseful mathematics 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProportions and the inverse square law 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 The Principles of Physics Used in Radiography 11\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrostatics – the electric charge 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConductors and insulators 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectricity 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring electricity 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of current 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaws of an electric current 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResistance 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a circuit – the options 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMagnetism 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe function and composition of a magnet 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMagnetic laws 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectromagnetism – electricity and magnetism in union 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaws of electromagnetic induction 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Inside the Atom 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAtoms, elements and other definitions 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ‘Make-Up’ of an atom – atomic structure 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShells and energy 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe periodic table 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadioactivity 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe effects of an electron changing orbits 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectromagnetic radiation 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrequency and wavelength 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 The X-ray Tube 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe tube housing 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe cathode 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe anode 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe line focus principle 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe anode-heel effect 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe stator assembly 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTube rating 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to look after your X-ray tube 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Diagnostic Equipment 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe X-ray circuit 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is seen from the outside? 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-voltage generators 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRectification 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMains supply switch 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrimary circuit 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOperating console 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilament circuit – control of the mA 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-tension circuit – provision of kV 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking an exposure – switches, timers and interlocks 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of X-ray machines 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth and safety requirements 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePower rating 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Production of X-rays 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectron production 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTarget interactions 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eX-ray emission spectrum 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAltering the emission spectrum 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eX-ray quantity 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eX-ray quality 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAltering exposure factors 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExposure charts 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 The Effects of Radiation 71\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe effect of the X-ray beam striking another atom 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbsorption 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttenuation 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe effects of ionising radiation on the body 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLuminescence 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Control of the Primary Beam and Scatter 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLight beam diaphragm 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFactors affecting scattered radiation 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFunction of grids 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction of a grid 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of grid 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a grid 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems with using a grid 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir gap technique 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Radiographic Film 89\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilm construction 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of film 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormation of the latent image 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCare and storage of films 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilm sensitivity 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Intensifying Screens and Cassettes 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe construction of intensifying screens 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilm–screen combinations 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilm–screen contact 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCare of intensifying screens 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction of cassettes 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCare and use of cassettes 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Processing the Radiographic Film 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe stages of processing 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloper 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFixer 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParts of the automatic processor 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReplenishment 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSilver recovery 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe darkroom 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) regulations 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther methods of processing 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Digital Radiography 125\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComputed radiography 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCare of the imaging plate and cassette 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComputerised radiography process 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigital radiography 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImage storage 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImage display 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImage quality 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Radiographic Image Quality 137\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSensitometry 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDensitometry 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharacteristic curve 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLatitude 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDensity 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContrast 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMagnification 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistortion 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMovement 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProducing a high-quality radiograph 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommonly seen film faults 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Radiation Protection 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe effects of ionising radiation on the body 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe basics to remember 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIonising Radiation Regulations 1999 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation safety in the veterinary practice 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying the areas around an X-ray machine 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDose limits 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitoring devices 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLead shielding 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuality assurance 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Radiography Principles 163\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral principles 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRestraint 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning aids 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMarkers and legends 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing the radiograph 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTerminology 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBVA\/KC hip dysplasia and elbow scoring scheme 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Contrast Media 171\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNegative contrast medium 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositive contrast medium 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContrast examination procedures 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyelography 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther contrast examinations 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Small Animal Radiography Techniques 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbdomen 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHead and neck 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistal extremities 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShoulder 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePelvis 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpine 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmall mammals 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBirds 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReptiles 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 Large Animal Radiography Techniques 205\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoot 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFetlock 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetacarpus and metatarsus (cannon and splint) 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCarpus 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElbow 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShoulder 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTarsus 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStifle 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHead 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpine 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e19 Introduction to Ultrasound 219\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSound waves 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltrasound 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow ultrasound works 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of ultrasound scan 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoppler ultrasound 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEffects on tissue 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltrasound machines and transducers 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient preparation 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAreas suitable for examination 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e20 Advance Imaging Techniques 227\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFluoroscopy 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComputerised tomography (CT) 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNuclear scintigraphy 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 239\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e“This textbook provides a nice overview of the technical aspects of veterinary radiology and will be useful for veterinary technicians and veterinary students.”  (\u003ci\u003eJournal of the American Veterinary Medical Association\u003c\/i\u003e, 15 September 2013)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“In summary, this book fills an important niche in the market and will be particularly useful as a quick and concise reference for all in the practice. Additionally, it will provide a useful initial text for those embarking on diagnostic radiography.”  (The Veterinary Journal\u003ci\u003e, 1 August\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e2013)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eIn summary, Practical veterinary diagnostic imaging is a radiography textbook that is suitable for veterinary\u003cbr\u003e and veterinary nurse students who would like to increase their knowledge.\u003ci\u003e”  (Australian Veterinary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e, 1\u003cbr\u003e March 2013)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Readers looking for a concise overview or review of diagnostic imaging physics and positioning will find that this book fits the bill.”  (\u003ci\u003eDoody’s\u003c\/i\u003e, 4 January 2013)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Students and veterinary nurses alike receive a handy reference to everything needed to know about diagnostic imaging in veterinary practice, including the basic principles of physics: all accompanied by illustrations key to understanding.\"  (\u003ci\u003eMidwest Book Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e,\u003c\/i\u003e 1 December 2012)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“My first impressions of this colourfully bound paperback are that it is inviting, and not as intimidating as some veterinary books. It clearly delivers what it promises, but lacks something in the monochrome presentation of all the text, photographs, figures and diagrams. It is, though, a welcome resource for any veterinary practice.”  (\u003ci\u003eVeterinary Record\u003c\/i\u003e, 20 October 2012)\u003c\/p\u003e Suzanne Easton is Senior Lecturer specialising in diagnostic imaging in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at the University of the West of England. \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePractical Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential and practical guide to the various diagnostic imaging modalities that are used in veterinary practice. It moves from basic mathematic and physical principles through to discussion of equipment and practical methods. Radiographic techniques for both small and large animals are covered. There is a separate chapter devoted to ultrasound, as well as discussion of advanced imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy, computerised tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. The book also covers legislation and safety issues in the context of their impact on the veterinary practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented with clear line diagrams and photographs, \u003ci\u003ePractical Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging\u003c\/i\u003e also provides revision points and self-assessment questions in each chapter to aid study. It is an ideal guide for student and qualified veterinary nurses. It is also a useful reference for veterinary students and veterinarians in general practice who want a basic guide to radiography and other imaging modalities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEverything you need to know about diagnostic imaging in veterinary practice in a language you can easily understand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe basic principles of physics presented in simple terms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImproves your positioning techniques with practical tips for best practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear guidance on the use of digital imaging to improve image quality and reduce radiation doses to patients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompanion website with additional resources (available at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.wiley.com\/go\/easton\/diagnosticimaging\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewww.wiley.com\/go\/easton\/diagnosticimaging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wiley-Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989836710117,"sku":"NP9780470656488","price":61.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470656488.jpg?v=1761785629","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/practical-veterinary-diagnostic-imaging-isbn-9780470656488","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}