Fundamentals of Mammography - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 2nd Edition
by Sue Williams, Linda Lee, Verdi Stickland, A. Robin M. Wilson, MBChB, FRCR, FRCP(E) and Andrew Evans
Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
ISBN:
9780702059377
Copyright:
2003
Publication Date:
12-10-2002
Page Count:
176
Imprint:
Churchill Livingstone
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This is a practical and comprehensive guide to obtaining high quality mammography through efficient, sensitive management of the patient and a thorough understanding of mammographic positioning and projections and their anatomical basis. It also includes chapters on basic mammographic interpretation and an outline of radiological procedures.
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- Step-by-step visual approach
- Clear, detailed illustrations
- Chapters devoted to radiographic quality assurance, including individual performance.
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- New systems to be incorporated, such as digital rather than film screens
- Interpretation of images revised and updated
- Additional photographs
- Updated references
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Mammography equipment and quality control. Film processing and quality control. Breast anatomy - implications for mammographic practice. Mammography - the first steps. Mammography - basic projections. Mammography - complementary projections. Mammography - tailoring the examination. Training, education and continuing professional development in mammographic practice. Quality assurance systems. The basis of mammographic interpretation. Breast screening. Psychological issues and communication.
Appendices. Glossary. Index.
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Sue Williams, Linda Lee, Superintendent Radiographer and Radiographic Service Manager, Breast Screening Training Centre, City Hospital, Nottingham, UK, Verdi Stickland, Superintendent Radiographer and Radiographic Quality Assurance Manager, Breast Screening Training Centre, City Hospital, Nottingham, UK, A. Robin M. Wilson, MBChB, FRCR, FRCP(E), Clinical Director and Consultant Radiologist, Breast Screening Training Centre, City Hospital, Nottingham, UK and Andrew Evans, Nottingham International Breast Education Centre, City Hospital, Nottingham, UK