MRI in Practice

ANNOTATION

The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a valuable technology used in diagnostic radiography. The clear, anatomical images which can be produced in any plane, coupled with inherent safety for the patient and long-term cost effectiveness have promoted the use and availability of MRI around the world. The second edition of MRI in Practice continues to provide a comprehensive introduction to MRI, describing the essential concepts in a clear and accessible style and also explains the physics theory of MR. The text has been thoroughly revised and updated with many new illustrations and images. Each chapter in the book retains the popular format presenting key points of the chapter. Learning points and questions at the end of each section help the reader to evaluate their understanding of the text.

SYNOPSIS

The second edition of MRI in Practice continues to provide a comprehensive introduction to MRI, describing the essential concepts in a clear and accessible style. The physics theory of MR is explained in detail, set out in an uncomplicated manner. The text has been thoroughly revised and updated with many new illustrations and images. Key topics including K Space and Echo Planar Imaging have been fully expanded to take account of current practice. Each chapter in the book retains the popular format presenting key points of the chapter. Learning points and a questions section help the reader to evaluate their understanding of the text. Advances in MR Techniques is a key new chapter which brings together advanced practice reflecting current developments. This chapter considers developing techniques including Functional Imaging, Perfusion, and Diffusion. This book is an essential text for all student and practicing radiographers, technologists and radiologists involved in MRI.

FROM THE CRITICS

Nils Thomas Anderson

This book serves as an educational reference for those interested in magnetic resonance imaging. It contains information on how and why MRI works. The previous edition was published in 1993. The goal of this edition is to provide healthcare practitioners with updated information about how the physics of magnetic resonance are used to acquire diagnostic images. This increased knowledge will help individuals with certification in this field, thus providing better patient care. In my opinion, the goals of the authors have been met. The introductory level of this book makes it a suitable means for a variety of healthcare personnel to increase their knowledge on this sometimes intimidating subject. Anyone associated with the field of radiology could benefit from the information provided by these credible authors. The illustrations serve their purpose, but seem endless. Color may have broken the tedium of so many diagrams. The references are necessary and current. Resources on this topic at this level are limited, increasing the value of this offering. The greatest asset of this text are its completeness and currency. This information is much needed. The way it is formatted here not only makes it available but palatable. This edition is a vast improvement over the previous one and is easily justified. I will make use of it myself and will recommend it to anyone interested in magnetic resonance.

Doody Review Services

Reviewer: Nils Thomas Anderson, RTR (MR) (Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital)Description: This book serves as an educational reference for those interested in magnetic resonance imaging. It contains information on how and why MRI works. The previous edition was published in 1993. Purpose: The goal of this edition is to provide healthcare practitioners with updated information about how the physics of magnetic resonance are used to acquire diagnostic images. This increased knowledge will help individuals with certification in this field, thus providing better patient care. In my opinion, the goals of the authors have been met. Audience: The introductory level of this book makes it a suitable means for a variety of healthcare personnel to increase their knowledge on this sometimes intimidating subject. Anyone associated with the field of radiology could benefit from the information provided by these credible authors. Features: The illustrations serve their purpose, but seem endless. Color may have broken the tedium of so many diagrams. The references are necessary and current. Resources on this topic at this level are limited, increasing the value of this offering. Assessment: The greatest asset of this text are its completeness and currency. This information is much needed. The way it is formatted here not only makes it available but palatable. This edition is a vast improvement over the previous one and is easily justified. I will make use of it myself and will recommend it to anyone interested in magnetic resonance.

Booknews

A textbook for a graduate course, written by practicing technicians, and useful as well to professionals in medical specialties other than radiology who want a basic knowledge of magnetic-resonance imaging. Discusses such aspects as image weighting and contrast, flow phenomena, instrumentation, and safety. The second edition includes a chapter on advanced techniques and bolsters the chapter on fundamental concepts; first published in 1993. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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