The essential physics of medical imaging

• Main Authors: Bushberg, Jerrold T. (Author), Seibert, J. Anthony (Author), Leidholdt Jr. ,Edwin M. (Author), Boone, John M. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2002
• Edition: Second Edition
• Subjects: Diagnostic Imaging > methods
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• Physical Description: xvi, 933 pages illustrations 26 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780683301182; 0683301187

Developed from the authors' highly successful annual imaging physics review course, this new Second Edition gives readers a clear, fundamental understanding of the theory and applications of physics in radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiobiology. The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging, Second Edition provides key coverage of the clinical implications of technical principles--making this book great for board review. Highlights of this new edition include completely updated and expanded chapters and more than 960 illustrations. Major sections cover basic concepts, diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation protection, dosimetry, and biology