Interpretation of Chest X-Ray : An Illustrated Companion

This book is a quick reference guide to chest X-Ray interpretation. Beginning with an introduction to basic chest radiology the following section describes `normal' chest X-Ray. The next chapters cover more than 100 lung and heart disorders, each beginning with a clinical description, followed by an image of the symptoms in a chest radiograph which is accompanied by a corresponding line diagram to help illustrate the salient features. This practical manual is a useful reference for both postgraduates and clinicians. More than 225 radiological images, diagrams and tables enhance learning. Key points Quick reference guide to chest X-Ray interpretation Explains basic radiology and `normal' chest X-Ray Covers more than 100 lung and heart disorders Each topic illustrated by radiographic image and corresponding line diagram