Radiological Sciences Dictionary: Keywords, names and definitions (Hodder Arnold Publication) - Softcover

Dowsett, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0340941677 ISBN 13: 9780340941676

Publisher: CRC Press, 2009

Synopsis

The Radiological Sciences Dictionary is a rapid reference guide for all hospital staff employed in diagnostic imaging, providing definitions of over 3000 keywords as applied to the technology of diagnostic radiology.

Written in a concise and easy to digest form, the dictionary covers a wide variety of subject matter, including:
· radiation legislation and measurement
· computing and digital imaging terminology
· nuclear medicine radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals
· radiographic contrast agents (x-ray, MRI and ultrasound)
· definitions used in ultrasound and MRI technology
· statistical expressions and general scientific terms relevant to radiology.

Keywords are linked so that a particular topic can be followed by reference to all relevant keywords. In many instances, keywords are further defined by showing worked examples.

Additional useful entries to the dictionary include historical reference to notable persons who have contributed to diagnostic imaging, as well as web page contacts for relevant worldwide organisations.

The Radiological Sciences Dictionary is an invaluable reference for anyone training or qualified in diagnostic imaging, including radiologists, radiographers, physicists and technicians

About this title

Review:

"I found this dictionary most helpful. This well rounded and unique book puts all the answers at your fingertips."
Mark Eastberg, Doody's Book Review Service
Doody's Book Review Service

About the Author:

David J. Dowsett, Freelance Consultant Medical Physicist, Retired Chief Medical Physicist, Mater University Hospital, Dublin

About this edition

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0340941677
• ISBN 13: 9780340941676
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 374