Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy

Medical Imaging reviews the scientific basis and physical principles underpinning imaging in medicine. It covers the major imaging methods of x-radiology, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and nuclear magnetic resonance, and considers promising new techniques. Computed tomography (CT) is an integral component of the general radiography department. Radiographers are health professionals who facilitate patient diagnosis and management through the creation of medical images using X-rays, ultrasound and magnetic resonance. They play a pivotal role in selecting and implementing the most appropriate examination protocols which will answer the clinical question. When utilizing x-radiation radiographers must implement appropriate radiation protection measures and act at all times to keep the radiation dose as low as practicable. Radiographers work in collaboration with radiologists and other specialist medical practitioners to provide patients with a range of diagnostic examinations. Throughout the book, the author encourages readers to consider key questions concerning imaging. This profusely illustrated and extensively indexed text is accessible to graduate physical scientists, advanced undergraduates, and research students.