Matthias Hofer
The Chest X-Ray: A Systematic Teaching Atlas
- ISBN 13:
- 9783131442116
- author:
- Matthias Hofer
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Thieme Medical Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 1.3 x 29.8 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Medical & Healthcare Practitioners, Ancillary Services
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Detailed diagrams and step-by-step instructions are provided in this comprehensive teaching atlas for the systematic interpretation of chest radiographs. It covers even complex findings in trauma victims and ICU patients, as well as the placement of central venous catheters and chest tubes. Numerical labels on anatomical diagrams facilitate self-review, while simple aids such as the "silhouette sign" help with image interpretation. The atlas includes images to illustrate all common abnormalities, systematically arranged according to morphological patterns. Suitable for students and physicians in training who want to improve their skills in interpreting conventional chest radiographs and performing procedures like CVC insertion and chest tube placement.