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Handbook of MRI Technique 4e 4th Edition
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Now entering its fourth edition, the market-leading Handbook of MRI Technique has been fully revised and updated to incorporate new technologies and developments essential to good practice. Written specifically for technologists and highly illustrated, it guides the uninitiated through scanning techniques and helps more experienced technologists to improve image quality.
The first part of the book considers the main aspects of theory that relate to scanning and also includes practical tips on gating, equipment use, patient care and safety, and information on contrast media. The second half provides step-by-step instruction for examining each anatomical area, beginning with a basic anatomy section followed by sections on indications, patient positioning, equipment, artefacts and tips on optimizing image quality.
- Written by an international team of technologists from the United States, United Kingdom and Europe
- Suitable for users for all types of MRI systems
- Now includes key points throughout for quick reference
- Companion website at www.wiley.com/go/westbrook/mritechnique with self-assessment and image flashcards
Handbook of MRI Technique continues to be the ideal support both for radiographers new to MRI and for regular users looking for information on alternative techniques and suggestions on protocol modifications.
- ISBN-101118661621
- ISBN-13978-1118661628
- Edition4th
- PublisherWiley-Blackwell
- Publication dateOctober 10, 2014
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions7.5 x 0.92 x 9.75 inches
- Print length392 pages
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"From contrast usage possibilities to equipment and common indications for particular imaging choices, this is a solid, detailed reference healthcare collections will find specific and informative." (Midwest Book Review, 1 April 2015)
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Now entering its fourth edition, the market-leading Handbook of MRI Technique has been fully revised and updated to incorporate new technologies and developments essential to good practice. Written specifically for technologists and highly illustrated, it guides the uninitiated through scanning techniques and helps more experienced technologists to improve image quality.
The first part of the book considers the main aspects of theory that relate to scanning and also includes practical tips on gating, equipment use, patient care and safety, and information on contrast media. The second half provides step-by-step instruction for examining each anatomical area, beginning with a basic anatomy section followed by sections on indications, patient positioning, equipment, artefacts and tips on optimizing image quality.
• Written by an international team of technologists from the United States, United Kingdom and Europe
• Suitable for users for all types of MRI systems
• Now includes key points throughout for quick reference
• Companion website at www.wiley.com/go/westbrook/mritechnique with self-assessment and image flashcards
Handbook of MRI Technique continues to be the ideal support both for radiographers new to MRI and for regular users looking for information on alternative techniques and suggestions on protocol modifications.
About the Author
Catherine Westbrook is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the MSc MRI programme at Anglia Ruskin University, UK. She is also an independent teaching consultant, providing teaching and assessment in MRI and radiographic subjects worldwide.
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- Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell; 4th edition (October 10, 2014)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 392 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1118661621
- ISBN-13 : 978-1118661628
- Item Weight : 7.72 pounds
- Dimensions : 7.5 x 0.92 x 9.75 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,143,609 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #67 in Diagnostic Imaging (Books)
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2017This is a great book for any mri technologist. I am constantly trying to improve my knowledge and comprehension of mri imaging techniques and this book helps accomplish that goal.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2018Lots of helpful hints for scan positioning.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2017Good conditions
- Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2018Required for a class, it's a decent book. Easier to follow than some, but glosses over a lot of the physics, so you can't use it alone as a registry prep.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2015Seller, EinsteinApplestore, was fast with the delivery and everything was as promised!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2016Book as described.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2015It's good easy described positioning
- Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2015Useful for class
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- magdalenaReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 31, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you
Amazing book looking forward to reading it
- Neda rezaeiReviewed in Canada on February 4, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Good
- R. T.Reviewed in Germany on October 16, 2014
1.0 out of 5 stars No Access to companion website.
I get redirected to eu.wiley.com. Anyone in Europe successful?
Otherwise the usual good quality, but not as advertised -> one star.
- LATWA INVESTIMENTS LTDReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 19, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars supper
supper Excellent i will buy any latest version
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Good basic book about teknik. Glad to but it👍🏼