Abdomen and superficial structures

• Other Authors: Kawamura, Diane M. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia Lippincott 1997
• Edition: SECOND EDITION
• Series: Diagnostic medical sonography v. 3
• Subjects: Abdomen > diagnostic imaging; Ultrasonography
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• Item Description: Rev. ed. of: Abdomen. c1992
• Physical Description: xv, 799 pages, [16] pages of plates illustrations 26 cm.
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780397552634; 0397552637

The coverage in this expanded and updated second edition will keep readers abreast of the most current trends and technologies in the field of abdominal ultrasound. Written by sonographers for sonographers, the reader is assured of accurate, efficient guidance. Beginning with a complete overview of the field, coverage includes all aspects of the medium. Pediatric and adult ultrasound are covered separately, providing a better understanding of differences and similarities. The text is organized according to organ system to ensure that the reader thoroughly understands one system before moving on to the next. More than 1,000 brilliant images illustrate both normal and abnormal features in abdominal ultrasound for use in clinical practice. The images are accompanied by summary tables, schematics, and diagrams, providing clear and cogent guidance for use in daily practice. New chapters in this edition provide the most up-to-date information on: vascular structures; prostate; pediatric congenital hips; pediatric spinal sonography; musculoskeletal extremities; and, articulations. Over 70 new color images enhance and clarify important content. Compatibility: BlackBerry[registered] OS 4.1 or Higher / iPhone/iPod Touch 2. 0 or Higher /Palm OS 3.5 or higher / Palm Pre Classic / Symbian S60, 3rd edition (Nokia) / Windows Mobile[trademark] Pocket PC (all versions) / Windows Mobile Smartphone / Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista/Tablet PC