Veterinary Computed Tomography

Description:
A highly illustrated and practical guide for veterinarians to understanding and using computed tomography. This is the first book to describe the technology, methodology, interpretation principles and CT features of different diseases for most species treated in veterinary practice. Key Features: * Provides a thorough grounding in CT technology, describing the underlying physical principles as well as the different types of scanners* Includes principles of CT examination, such as guidance on positioning and how to achieve a good image * Written by specialists from across North America and Europe, offering a broad range of expertise in veterinary CT* Illustrated with high quality photographs and diagrams throughout

Table of Contents:
PART I: INTRODUCTION. 1. CT physics & instrumentation. 2. Small animal set up and imaging protocol philosophy. 3. Principles of CT image interpretation. 4. CT Artifacts. 5. CT Contrast Media & Application. 6. Special software applications. 7. Digital environment. 8. CT planning for radiotherapy. 9. Interventional CT. 10. Purchase Considerations. PART II: CANINE & FELINE CT. 11. Nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. 12. Oral cavity, mandible, maxilla and dental apparatus. 13. TMJ, masticatory & other musculature head & neck (except orbital). 14. Orbital cavity, lacrimal system, salivary glands. 15. External, middle and inner ear. 16. Calvarium and zygomatic arch. 17. Lymphnodes of the head & neck. 18. Pharynx, larynx, thyroid glands. 19. Cerebrum, cerebellum & brainstem. 20. Pituitary gland. 21. Cranial nerves. 22. Vertebral column & epaxial musculature. 23. Spinal cord, cauda equina, meninges, spinal nerves. 24. Heart & vessels. 25. Trachea (entire). 26. Mediastinum with oesophagus (entire) and lymphnodes. 27. Lungs and bronchi. 28. Pleura. 29. Thoracic boundaries (ribs, sternum, diaphragm). 30. Liver, gallbladder & spleen. 31. Pancreas. 32. Stomach, small and large intestines. 33. Kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra. 34. Ovaries, uterus, vagina, testicles, prostate. 35. Adrenals. 36. Systemic & portal abdominal vasculature. 37. Abdominal lymphnodes and collective system. 38. Long bones. 39. Shoulder. 40. Elbow. 41. Carpus & digits. 42. Hips & Pelvis. 43. Stifle. 44. Tarsus. PART III: EQUINE CT. 45. Specificities of equine computed tomography. 46. Equine oral, nasal & dental. 47. Equine calvarium, brain, pituitary. 48. Equine cervical spine. 49. Equine limb fractures. 50. Equine foot. 51. Equine fetlock. 52. Equine upper joints (carpus, tarsus, stifle). 53. Ruminant & Porcine CT. 54. Rabbit & Rodent CT. 55. Avian CT. 56. Reptile & other exotic species CT. 57. Zoo and Wildlife CT

Author Biography:
Tobias Schwarz is Clinical Assistant Professor of Radiology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, USA. He is Diplomate of both the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, and has practiced clinical veterinary radiology in 5 different countries. Jimmy Saunders is Professor at Ghent University Department of Veterinary Medical Imaging & Small Animal Orthopedics, Belgium. He is Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, as well as serving as Secretary and Board member. Both editors have over 10 years of experience with clinical veterinary CT, and have published numerous peer-reviewed papers in this area.